University of California, Los Angeles - Solid State Cooling: Compact Micro Electro Mechanical Systems Electrocaloric Cooling ModuleCX(s) Applied: B3.6Date: 08/04/2010Location(s): CaliforniaOffice(s): Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy
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August 4, 2010
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CX(s) Applied: B3.6
Date: 08/04/2010
Location(s): California
Office(s): Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy
Funding will support laboratory-scale research and development on a solid-state cooling module based on the electrocaloric effect. Advanced micro/nano-manufacturing technologies will be used to extend the performance and reliability of the module. The proposed work is consistent with the goal of Building Energy Efficiency Through Innovative Thermodevices to develop new approaches and technologies for cooling in buildings to dramatically improve energy efficiency and reduce the use of refrigerants and their impact on climate change. Proposed work consists entirely of research, development, and demonstration work to be completed in laboratories housed on the University of California, Los Angeles campus. The work performed will be limited to in-lab activities including design, microfabrication, testing, and analysis. Waste will be disposed of according to University of California, Los Angeles' comprehensive hazardous waste handling and disposal policies.