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System and method for controlling multiple DC fans

US7714524B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 18, 2007
Grant dateMay 11, 2010
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Expiry dateOct 9, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02P5/68
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system and method for controlling multiple cooling fans is presented. The circuitry for directly driving each of the motors is removed from the motor casings, thus increasing air flow and reducing replacement costs should a motor fail. The system includes a common processor for centrally controlling the speeds of the motors and monitoring the performance of each of the multiple motors.

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