Published in The Magazine of HVAC&R Technology and Applications ASHRAE.ORG, Sept2026
The article examines limitations in conventional vapor-compression room air conditioners, particularly their inefficient dehumidification in warm-humid climates. Field and laboratory studies in India demonstrate that super-efficient AC prototypes can reduce overcooling, improve humidity control, lower energy consumption and peak demand, and maintain thermal comfort, highlighting the need for improved standards and controls.
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