Current research projects

Image Optimizing HVAC operation with machine learning
Image Investigation of material-dependent parameters
Image Low Temperature Tribology
Image Thermal engines
Image Software for test rigs
Image High Capacity Pulse Tube Cooler
Image Micro heat exchangers in refrigeration
Image Innovative small helium liquefier
Image Testing of mobile leak detectors according to DIN EN 14624
Image Ionocaloric cooling
Image All-in-one device for freeze-drying and production of biomaterial
Image Overall System Optimization of Refrigeration Plant Systems for Energy Transition and Climate Protection
Image Testzentrum PLWP at ILK Dresden
Image Reduction of primary noise sources of fans
Image Preformance measurements of heat exchangers
Image Electrical components in refrigeration circuits

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Refrigeration and Heat Pumps

Priorities of Research & Development and Services

The ILK main department Refrigeration and Heat Pumps researches and develops energy-efficient and innovative refrigeration technologies and refrigerating equipment for industry and for appliers in a wide range of temperature, starting at deep cooling and freezing up to AC refrigeration and heat pump technology.

Technologies of refrigeration storage and transport as well as food cold chain are major components of ILK`s work.

Refrigeration and Heat Pumps

  • Calculation and development of compression refrigerating machines and heat pumps
  • Investigation and test of refrigerating equipment, refrigerant compressors, mass and heat exchangers
  • Investigation and test of refrigerating plants, household refrigerators, heat pumps
  • Software engineering of thermodynamic and transport properties of refrigerants and brines
  • Manufacturing and prototyping, especially the development and manufacturing of test stands for refrigerating equipment