Over the past 30 years, a technology we barely notice has quietly shaped where and how Australians live. But our love of 'manufactured air' also comes at a cost.

Air conditioning is becoming crucial for our ... which enhances the heat transfer process. However, the thin liquid film on the surface of the fins causes corrosion during use, especially on ...

The gas condenses back into a liquid in the system’s outdoor coil, and the process starts again. Central air-conditioning systems, window units, and mini-splits (which usually sit high on the ...

Air conditioner coils and fins help the evaporators inside the house and the condensers outside absorb and release heat. This process of moving heat is vital, but layers of dust and grime impede it.

Ductless air conditioners are also more common and affordable ... The refrigerant cools the air, dehumidifying it in the process; a blower circulates air through ducts throughout the house.

During the hottest part of a summer day, many Australians close the windows and blinds and reach for the air conditioner remote. But even that simple strategy comes with a raft of decisions.

Triple-digit temperatures have become the summer norm for some regions of the U.S. Whether or not that’s true in your area, it’s important to pick a central air conditioning system that won ...

People who have limited access to air conditioning may be at higher risk of seeking emergency care for health problems following exposure to wildfire smoke, according to a new study. The study ...