Reference no: EM13949866

A vapor-compression refrigeration system operating continuously is being considered to provide a minimum of 80 tons of refrigeration for an industrial refrigerator maintaining a space at 28C. The surroundings to which the system rejects energy by heat transfer reach a maximum temperature of 408C. For effective heat transfer, the system requires a temperature difference of at least 208C between the condensing refrigerant and surroundings and between the vaporizing refrigerant and refrigerated space. The project manager wishes to install a system that minimizes the annual cost for electricity (monthly electricity cost is fixed at 5.692 cents for the first 250 kW ? h and 6.006 cents for any usage above 250 kW ? h). You are asked to evaluate two alternative designs: a standard vapor- compression refrigeration cycle and a vapor-compression refrigeration cycle that employs a power-recovery turbine in lieu of an expansion valve. For each alternative, consider three refrigerants: ammonia, Refrigerant 22, and Refrigerant 134a. Based on electricity cost, recommend the better choice between the two alternatives and a suitable refrigerant. Other than electricity cost, what additional factors should the manager consider in makig a final selection? Prepare a written report including results, conclusions, and recommendations.