What is climate control? Did you know the automotive climate control system is ranked ahead of anti-lock braking systems (ABS), aerodynamics and diesel engines as the most innovative technology in automotive history*? * By Channel 4, a British public-service television broadcaster Automotive climate control by definition refers to the car’s integrated heating, ventilation and air conditioning system. Other manufacturers’ names for this include climatronic or intelligent air conditioning. As implied by the name, “automotive climate control” is the technology that creates ambient comfort within the vehicle. Initially achieved through the use of ice plates, air conditioning went electric in 1902 thanks to the work of the American engineer, Willis Carrier. This paved the way for GM’s Cadillac division to introduce the first built-in air conditioner in 1939, and for Chrysler to introduce the first trunk-mounted system in 1953, using a refrigerant known as R22. Today, suppliers of automotive climate control technologies are constantly challenged in three core areas: increasing environmental pressures, changing market/industry needs and rising customer/consumer expectations.

Accordingly, priorities have grown to encompass not only the technology itself, but also passenger comfort, eco-friendliness and fuel efficiency – the key drivers of Hanon Systems's research and development activities. What is Climate Control? What is in the system? There are five components that comprise an automotive climate control system – What are the main roles that climate control play? What are the key roles that climate control plays? Provides fresh air from outside the vehicle into the cabin “Re-circulation” function which takes in cabin air and sends it through the HVAC back into the cabin Purifies polluted air or removes unpleasant odors Improves efficiency/ reduces system energy consumption Heats the air with a heater core or another heating device Cools the air with an evaporator and a refrigerant buffer De-humidifies the air by first cooling it and then re-heating it to the desired comfort temperature How does Climate Control work?

What is powertrain cooling? How does Powertrain Cooling relate to Climate Control? What is the Thermal Management System? Why does an electric vehicle require thermal Management? How is the electric vehicle heating the cabin area? Although they radiate less heat than a combustion engine, the electric motor, invertor and battery found in electric vehicles still require cooling and heating solutions. As the electric vehicle lacks the heat input provided when a combustion engine starts, the PTC heater (Positive temperature coefficient), heat pump and electric heater are key innovations providing such solutions. For example, Hanon Systems's heat pump system utilizes an outside condenser and chiller to gain heat from ambient air and recover waste electric heat. How can I learn more about Hanon Systems’s product offering? Air Conditioning System (=A/C System = Climate control):Modern climate control systems offer additional features for enhanced occupant comfort

Multi-zone HVAC system - allowing up to four individual temperature zones in a vehicle Auxilliary HVAC module - a second unit to provide better comfort for rear occupants, especially in large vehicle cabins such as vans or SUVswall unit air conditioners on sale Heat pump system - a very energy-efficient way to provide heating from a modified refrigerant system, already used for electric vehiclestypes of hvac jobs Cabin air quality features - better filteration, ionization, fragrancing of cabin air for enhanced health and well-beingsplit unit air conditioners prices ICE Thermal ManagementEnables an optimum operating temperature for the cooling of additional devices by using: Engine oil of high performance motors

Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler for better exhaust emissions Charge air cooler (air- or water-cooler designs), etc Other Thermal & Emissions Electrified Vehicle ThermalPowertrains of full electric and hybrid electric vehicles pose modified and new requirements: A low-temperature coolant circuit for the electric motor and inverter Active cooling of the lithium batteris A heat pump system for cabin heating Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) solutionsThe Automotive HVAC Essentials Online Certificate details the heating and cooling systems involved in auto repair. This is a great option if you have experience in basic automotive repairs and want to improve skills for a current job. Here are a few qualities that effective auto repair technicians have in common: Detail oriented: It’s important to have a sharp eye and check things twice. Problem solver: Finding the missing piece can be rewarding and fun. Persistent: You work until the job is done, and done well.

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