Estudo de caso: uso de placa Peltier para resfriamento da água para aplicação em bebedouros de animais domésticos

Abstract

The provision of fresh and clean water is essential for the health and well-being of domestic animals, especially in hot climates where elevated water temperatures can discourage adequate consumption. This study investigates the feasibility of using Peltier plates for cooling water in drinking fountains designed for domestic animals. The study involves the analysis of technical and economic parameters, using commercial components, such as Peltier plates, heat sinks, and power supplies, aiming to maintain the water at an ideal temperature. The results indicate that although the temperatures defined on the project were met, the Peltier plates lack energy efficiency due to material technology limitations, resulting in high costs and making other cooling methods a more viable solution for this application.