Fault simulation in heat pumps with propane (part 2)

Hidden faults such as fouling in heat exchangers can heavily impact heat pump performance, raising energy use and operating costs. Simulation models make it possible to reproduce these scenarios and compare them with real data, offering valuable insights for anomaly detection.

In his article, the second in a two-part series, Daniele Scapin, HVAC/R Automation Laboratory Engineer at CAREL, explores fault simulation in R290 air-to-water heat pumps. The focus is on evaporator and condenser fouling, showing how accurate modelling can support the development of algorithms for early fault detection and improved efficiency.

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