Vehicle power module assemblies and manifolds
US9781866B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 15, 2015 |
| Grant date | Oct 3, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 12, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/70
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle power module assembly is provided. The vehicle power module assembly may include a multi-level housing defining first and second chambers, an inlet opening into the first chamber, and an outlet opening from the second chamber. The housing may be configured such that the chambers form a stepped manifold to influence momentum of a coolant flow between the inlet and outlet. A frame may support the housing and is located proximate to at least one power inverter. A screen may be disposed in at least one of the chambers to promote coolant flow uniformity to the outlet. The frame assembly may include a plurality of frames stacked in an array, and each frame may define a channel in at least partial registration with the outlet.
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