Fig. 10.4 $T$-$s$ diagram of an ideal vapor-compression cycle.
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Start with the P-v diagram for the refrigeration cycle. This diagram shows the pressure (P) on the y-axis and the specific volume (v) on the x-axis. The refrigeration cycle typically consists of four processes: compression, condensation, expansion, and Show more…
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