PoolHT150 – Pool Boiling Heat Transfer for Refrigerants with GWP < 150

Pool boiling is the primary mode of heat transfer that occurs in flooded evaporators used for HVAC&R applications. The extensive knowledge of new refrigerants in pool boiling is critical for designing next-generation heat exchangers with enhanced performance and reduced refrigerant charge. However, the published literatures on pool boiling with ultra-low-GWP refrigerants (

Project Impact

This project is poised to contribute significantly to the nation's ambitious climate mitigation goals, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50-52% by 2030 compared to 2005 levels. It will deliver actionable results for the HVAC industry, facilitating the shift from high-GWP refrigerants to low-GWP alternatives (