  Thermoacoustic Refrigerators use acoustic power for generating cold
temperatures. Development of refrigerators based on the thermoacoustic
technology is a novel solution to the present day need of cooling, without
causing environmental hazards. With added advantages such as minimal moving
parts and absence of CFC refrigerants, these devices can attain low
temperatures maintaining a compact size. The present work describes an in-depth
theoretical analysis of standing wave thermoacoustic refrigerators. This
consists of detailed parametric studies, transient state analysis, and a design
using an available simulation software. Design and construction of a
thermoacoustic refrigerator using a commercially available electro-dynamic
motor is also presented.
