Apparatus for measuring airflow generated by computer fan
US7520181B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 29, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 21, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 1, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F1/20
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An exemplary apparatus for measuring airflow speed of a computer system fan includes an air guide sleeve having one end configured for connecting to an air outlet of the computer fan for guiding the airflow of the computer fan therethrough; a fixed loop connected to another end of the air guide sleeve for the airflow guided by the air guide sleeve passing therethrough; and a plurality of anemometers adjustably mounted to the fixed loop and extending into a central through hole of the fixed loop to determine airflow speed information. The apparatus is used to measure the airflow of the computer system fan by being positioned at an exit of the computer fan for expediently evaluating fan performance.
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