There are also possibilities for other light commercial refrigeration applications, as well as for residential air conditioning. The major challenges in CO2 refrigeration involve the relatively high ...

The thermostatic expansion valve (TXV or TEV) is a metering device located between the refrigeration system’s liquid line and the evaporator. It is a rather complex valve with a remote bulb feedback ...

Air-conditioning compressors often last the life of a vehicle, but they can fail because bearings wear out, seals leak and long-term corrosion takes its toll, plus other factors.

A fully functioning compressor is necessary for the air-conditioning system to provide peak performance. On most cars, A/C compressors are driven by an engine-accessory belt.