Heat transfer device
US7540319B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 24, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 2, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 24, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF28D15/046
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A heat transfer device including a sealed container, a base layer, formed on the bottom face of the container, and a wick is provided. The wick has a plurality of projections protruding upward from the base layer. A fluid is encapsulated in the container. The heat transfer device further includes a guide unit arranged on an inner face of the container, which guides the liquid to the wick.
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