Systems and methods for cooling a controller assembly
US8191343B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 28, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 5, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/70
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for cooling controller assemblies for electric utility vehicles are disclosed. Auxiliary implements powered by electric motors onboard a utility vehicle create airflow that is captured and directed to provide increased ambient airflow across heat sinks used to dissipate heat from heat generating components. Airflow across heated surfaces is further created by vehicle movement and vacuum pressure. Fins and other heat dissipating architecture are employed. Features of the cooling systems enable increased controller assembly functionality and/or decreased controller assembly package size.
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