Experimental investigation, modeling and in-situ monitoring of a gas-driven absorption heat pump in Belgium

peer reviewed ; This work describes the methodology used to realize a performance analysis of an ammonia-water condensing gas absorption heat pump. This heat pump shows a nominal heating output of 18,9 kW for an outdoor temperature of 7 °C and a delivery temperature of 35 °C, and it is designed for domestic hot water and heating production. The experimental results obtained in the laboratory are contrasted with those obtained from the monitoring of two residential facilities in the northern part of Belgium. Experimental tests were carried out in a climatic chamber to emulate different outdoor... Mehr ...