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The effect of having an alternative power source in air-conditioning systems.

Introduction
An air conditioner is a machine that alters the temperature and humidity of a
certain place in order to maintain the cool atmosphere in the closed room. It is used
in offices, homes, cars and buildings which is typically closed in order to maintain
and regulate the cold atmosphere.
Air conditioners and refrigerators usually work the same way. They both lower the
temperature in a certain environment but the air conditioner occupies more space
than the refrigirator. An air conditioner uses the process of evaporation wherein a
certain chemical is evaporated into a gas which produces the cold air that spreads
around. The colod air then is turned into a liquid by a compressor but it gets hot in
the process. The fan in the aircon blows the hot air outside turning thus making the
liquid cool again. It is a continuous process with the gas turning into a liquid and
vice versa making the place cool.
The consumption of electricity in air conditioners is very costly due to the different
processes it makes. Most people, especially in tropical countries, cannot afford the
cost of it. This study aims to make an alternative power source that will be more
cost effective than using electricty.
Significance of the study
Airrconditioners are needed in tropical problems like the Philippines but due to the
fact that it is costly, only a small amount is utilized. Through this study, people can
abridge the use of electricity using an alternative power source to use for the air
conditioner. This study will also help in the shortage of electricity in some areas.
Methods of research
Research overview
The research work was experimental. Different tests of alternative sources
were used, like using a circular water loop, wind loops, etc. A fully functional
airconditioner with no defects was used in the experiment. Data were gathered,
analyzed and interpreted. Conclusions and reccomendations were made through the
gathered data.
Materials
Carrier I-Cool Remote with a nominal size of 1 hP and has a cooling capacity
of 9300kJ/hr with a power consumption of 968 W was used as the airconditioner
sample. Other materials like a small water loop generator, diesel generator, and a
man-powered storage of electricity was also used in conducting the study. Water
and diesel wil be used as solvent in this study. Plastic tubing, a small fan

Preparation for the small water loop generator


A small plastic tube was used for the pathway of the water and it was shaped in a
section of small circular loops that is connected to a small blade of a mini-fan. The
power in the fan is then stored to the generator and it will transmit power to the
aircon based on the number of revolutions it has turned.

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