Theoretical performance analysis of a new hybrid air conditioning system in hot-dry climate

•The proposed hybrid system incorporates a fresh air conditioner with refrigerant system.•In fresh air conditioner, packed bed is linked with three coils to provide evaporative cooling.•The optimum air-to-water heat capacity ratio of packing tower is found to be between 0.4–0.5.•The hybrid system ha...

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