Method of improved control for variable volume ratio valve

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 11725661
APP PUB NO 20210180598A1
SERIAL NO

17101936

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Variable volume ratio compressors may be controlled using a switching parameter based on compressor speed and suction density to improve the matching of compressor volume ratio to desired discharge conditions. Delay periods may be implemented in the determination of when to change volume ratio to control the frequency of changes to the volume ratio. The switching parameter may be a product of the compressor speed and suction density. The volume ratio of the compressor may be controlled by switching valves directing pressure to a piston of a variable volume ratio system of the compressor.

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TRANE INTERNATIONAL INCDAVIDSON NC 28036

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Branch, Scott M Tomah, US 12 214
Espelien, Christopher Holmen, US 5 6

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