This study investigates the feasibility of pre-compression in a linear compressor through the use of a fluid diode. Specifically, the study experimentally verifies the effect of the fluid diode on pressure build-up in a compression chamber as a functi...
This study investigates the feasibility of pre-compression in a linear compressor through the use of a fluid diode. Specifically, the study experimentally verifies the effect of the fluid diode on pressure build-up in a compression chamber as a function of stroke, frequency, and shape. The results indicate that the fluid diode increases the pressure of the compression chamber and can improve compressor performance by modifying suction valve behavior. Further research is necessary to optimize the fluid diode shape, stroke, and frequency, in order to fully understand its impact on valve behavior.