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Korean Journal of Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering

Korean Journal of Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering

ISO Journal TitleKorean J. Air-Cond. Refrig. Eng.
  • Open Access, Monthly
Open Access Monthly
  • ISSN : 1229-6422 (Print)
  • ISSN : 2465-7611 (Online)
Title Compressor Torque Calculation by Differential Pressure Measurement
Authors Tae Jin Lee ; Dongsoo Jung ; Joo-Hyung-Kim
DOI https://doi.org/10.6110/KJACR.2021.33.7.342
Page pp.342-349
ISSN 1229-6422
Keywords 연비; 가변 압축기; 압축기 토크; 압축기 토크 연산 Fuel economy; Variable compressor; Compressor torque; Compressor torque calculation
Abstract Since the engine of an automotive determines the output of the engine torque by compensating a torque corresponding to the compressor torque to drive the refrigerant compressor for an air conditioner, accurately calculating the torque of the air conditioner compressor can improve fuel economy and quietness through optimal engine power control. In this study, a torque calculation based on differential pressure which is a function of refrigerant mass flow rate is proposed by replacing the conventional torque calculation method based on evaporator load condition. Reliability of torque calculation was confirmed through evaluation under an automotive operating condition. In test results, torque calculation error under differential pressure was improved from 0.3~1.0 N?m depending on the condition compared to the previous method.