Home Physics : How Do Air Conditioners Work ? (Heat Pumps)

In this class we explore all the working parts of a heat pump, what they do, how they work, and what principles are at play. The very nature of "heat" is explored to explain the operation of a "heat pump".

Concepts explored include:
Parts of a heat pump
What is heat
Absorbing heat
Moving heat to a new location
Temperatures and pressures around the system
Where heat pumps are used
Maintenance 
Simple diagnosis

All of this is presented in an age appropriate manner so the younger students can...