Variable length and directional cooling duct
US6744630B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 20, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jun 1, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 20, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01L2924/0002
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A computer includes a chassis, a heat generating component mounted in the chassis and an airflow generating component mounted in the chassis. A flexible and variable length duct extends between the heat generating component and the airflow generating component. A first shroud is connected to a first terminal end of the duct and is mounted adjacent the heat generating component. A second shroud is connected to a second terminal end of the duct and is mounted adjacent the airflow generating component. As a result, a change of position of the heat generating component relative to the position of the airflow generating component is easily accommodated by the duct.
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