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Hermes Ramírez¹, Javier Jiménez-Cabas², Antonio Bula¹

¹Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universidad del Norte, Barranquilla, Colombia.

|August 24, 2019

Summary

This study analyzed a 3.5kW mini-split air conditioner's performance using a 2^3 experimental design. Key factors like indoor temperature, humidity, and fan speed were evaluated for their impact on efficiency.

Keywords:

Design of experiment Energy Mini split Psychrometry R410A Refrigeration cycle

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Area of Science:

HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems
Thermodynamics
Energy Efficiency

Background:

Mini-split air conditioning systems are widely used for residential and commercial cooling.
Optimizing air conditioner performance is crucial for energy conservation and user comfort.
Understanding the interplay of various operational parameters is essential for efficient HVAC design and control.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the impact of key operational parameters on the performance of a 3.5kW mini-split air conditioning system.
To identify the most influential factors affecting air conditioner efficiency and output.
To provide data for optimizing the performance of mini-split air conditioning units.

Main Methods:

A 2^3 factorial experimental design was employed to systematically study the effects of three independent variables.
Independent variables included indoor air temperature, absolute humidity, and evaporator fan speed.
Noise factors such as outdoor air temperature and fan energy consumption were also recorded.

Main Results:

The study identified significant effects of indoor air temperature, absolute humidity, and evaporator fan speed on air conditioning performance.
Specific interactions between these factors and their influence on indoor air exit conditions were quantified.
Fan energy consumption and outdoor air temperature were noted as relevant noise factors impacting the system's response.

Conclusions:

Indoor air temperature, absolute humidity, and evaporator fan speed are critical determinants of mini-split air conditioner performance.
The findings offer valuable insights for optimizing the operational settings of mini-split AC units to enhance efficiency and comfort.
Further research can build upon this dataset to develop more advanced control strategies for HVAC systems.