A.Taylor
Exaeris Climate Technologies, Oklahoma, United States
Keywords: Advanced Materials, Energy Efficiency, Water Production, Grid Stability, Nanotechnology, Carbon Avoidance
Nanotechnology is set to revolutionize the field of HVAC&R and dehumidification systems by introducing nanomaterials that can significantly improve energy efficiency, decarbonization, water security and grid stability. These advanced materials are engineered at a molecular level to have unique properties that positively impact condensation processes, enhance thermal conductivity and improve mechanical strength. At the core of this unique technology is Exaeris’ patented use of coatings with “special wettability” that enhance the condensation process and improve device efficiency. These unique and novel nanotechnologies (specifically nanocoatings) provide a solution to HVAC&R (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration) efficiency, as well as provide for a secondary source of water. Our scientific approach involves the creation and application of these surface modifying materials to condensation processes in HVAC, refrigeration and dehumidification systems. By successfully creating and incorporating nanocoatings within the defined ranges of superhydrophilicity, superhydrophobicity, or a combination thereof, to condensation surfaces in vapor-compression based systems, Exaeris can eliminate bridging, hyper-accelerate the water condensation process, increase energy efficiency, avoid harmful CO2 emissions and create large amounts of available water for secondary use.