Aplicación de sistemas de refrigeración solar en zonas marginadas, organizaciones de bajos recursos y poblaciones desprotegidas

Abstract

The refrigeration systems are of great importance in the daily life of the human being, due to the fact that it is necessary to have cold storage systems for different processes and perishable products preservation. The generated electric power as an alternative source has been used for refrigeration systems involved in sustainable development programs. The aims of this research were to characterize a cooling system powered by solar panels and that pretend to improve the quality of life. Refrigerating machines that use alternative sources of energy contribute to sustainable development, however, those that do not use it have a greater environmental impact. The solar refrigerator prototype has a quantitative-qualitative approach in deductive processes based on interpretation and data collection. This was carried out using own materials for the refrigerators construction that allow obtaining a compact configuration, presenting, pressure-volume operation curves and autonomy of the system with maintenance similar to conventional refrigeration systems. The refrigeration system is intended to be used in marginalized areas, low-income organizations and in support unprotected populations.