Purdue University

To give astronauts better food, engineers test a fridge prototype in microgravity

Astronauts have been going to space since 1961, but they still don’t have a refrigerator to use for keeping food cold on long missions to the moon or Mars. Through experiments conducted in ...
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Making an Air Compressor from Old Fridge Compressor

In this video, we guide you through the step-by-step process of making an air compressor using an old fridge compressor.
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fridge compressor

Having compressed air available in a workshop can be extremely useful. Having a compressor isn’t such a pleasure though, because unless it’s a very expensive model, it will be one of the noisier ...
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People say pricey refrigerator compressors are conking out within a few years, sometimes just months

It’s touted as the latest technology in refrigerators. A compressor that keeps food fresh longer, lowers electricity costs, is quieter, and durable. LG says its new linear compressor is tested to last ...
Purdue University

To give astronauts better food, engineers test a fridge prototype in microgravity

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Astronauts have been going to space since 1961, but they still don’t have a refrigerator to use for keeping food cold on long missions to the moon or Mars. Through experiments ...