QwikBoost^TM 

Mainstream Engineering Corporation

Rockledge, FL 
 

Developed QwikBoost^TM, an additive for vapor compression refrigeration systems, air conditioners, and heat pumps that results in increased system performance (i.e., reduced overall energy consumption).

• QwikBoost works by increasing the cooling capacity of the refrigerant
• QwikBoost circulates through the refrigeration system in a manner similar to the way the lubricant circulates
• Has high affinity for liquid HFC and HCFC refrigerants and has a significant heat of solution when mixed with them
• Solution heat increases the available cooling capacity (latent heat) of the refrigerant during evaporation, providing an increase in performance of the system
• Remains active for the life of the system and does not need to be replaced once QwikBoost is introduced into a system

• Commercialization of QwikBoost is underway
• Anticipated sales of $1M in1999 for the auto air conditioning market
• QwikBoost is packaged in a handy  3-ounce can and is available for automotive air conditioning

• Vapor-compression thermal control systems for spacecraft, resulting in lower mass systems
• Use in air conditioning and refrigeration systems at NASA facilities, resulting in annual energy savings
• Air conditioning systems of NASA’s vehicle fleet would benefit from this technology in faster cool-down times on hot days

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