Study of variable refrigerant flow systems: an alternative to traditional air conditioning

Revista Romana de Inginerie Civila/Romanian Journal of Civil Engineering 2026 Open access

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Authors: Iulian Enaru, Marius Costel Bălan, Andrei Burlacu, Robert Ștefan Vizitiu, Stefanica Eliza Tansanu
DOI: 10.37789/rjce.2026.17.1.6
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Abstract

Variable refrigerant flow systems offer significant advantages over traditional air conditioning systems. They enable individual temperature control for each indoor unit, providing superior comfort compared to the uniform settings of conventional systems. VRF optimizes energy efficiency by adjusting the refrigerant flow according to overall demand, thus preventing excessive energy consumption. Due to their scalability and easier integration into modern buildings, VRF systems represent a highly efficient and adaptable solution for contemporary climate control.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technologies Building Energy and Comfort Optimization Building energy efficiency and sustainability

Publication details

Journal / source
Revista Romana de Inginerie Civila/Romanian Journal of Civil Engineering
Volume
17
Issue
1
Pages
48–55
Publication date
24 February 2026
Language
EN