Thermoelectric string, panel, and covers for function and durability

US10830507B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Tempronics, Inc. · US

Inventors

• Tarek Makansi · Tucson, US
• John L. Franklin · Tucson, US
• Mark N. Evers · Tucson, US
• Kevin C. Forbes · Tucson, US
• Jose Santos Dominguez · Bisbee, US
• Michael T. Sato · Tucson, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Jan 16, 2019
• Grant date: Nov 10, 2020
• Expiry date: Mar 27, 2039

Classification

• Technology area (CPC F): Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
• CPC primary: F25B2321/0251
• WIPO field: Furniture, games
• WIPO sector: Other fields

Abstract

A thermoelectric device comprising an elongated panel of two foam layers, and having an inserted thermoelectric string is incorporated into a seat cushion, planting pot, and battery thermal manager. Several enhancements to the string and the panel improve its durability, visual appeal, and tactile appeal over the prior art.