Centrifugal Compressors - Chillers HVAC

This video tutorial by Paul from theengineeringmindset.com explores the centrifugal compressor, a key component in centrifugal chillers. It covers the compressor's operation, its importance in the refrigeration cycle, and provides real-world examples. The video delves into the mechanics of the compressor, including its components like the impeller and diffuser, and explains the dynamics of centrifugal force and tangent velocity. It also includes calculations related to compressor performance, emphasizing the significance of impeller size and speed in chiller design.

How does the compressor ensure that the refrigerant entering the condenser is at a higher temperature than the return water?

What is the relationship between the centrifugal force and the tangent velocity in the context of the compressor?

What factors influence the size and speed of the impeller in a centrifugal compressor?

Explain how the work done by the compressor is calculated.