Development of the Space Station Freedom Refrigerator/Freezer and Freezer

This paper presents the current design configuration of the Space Station Freedom (SSF) Refrigerator/Freezer and Freezer (R/F and F) systems. In addition, this paper establishes the current analyses/trade study activity related to refrigeration system design and defines Environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS) interfaces, anticipated heat loads, maintenance approaches and safety concerns.