An immersion cooling system and methods for operating the system are described. The system can comprise a management system comprising a processor and a memory; a tank configured to hold a thermally conductive dielectric fluid; a computer component configured to be at least partially submerged within the dielectric fluid; and a fluid circulation system comprises a pump and a valve system. In one example embodiment, the management system is configured to instruct the pump and the valve system to draw the dielectric fluid from the tank, pass the dielectric fluid through a heat exchanger and deliver the dielectric fluid back to the tank.
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A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. Heating elements are used to maintain a minimum temperature of a dielectric immersion fluid within a two phase liquid immersion cooled computing system. The added heat from heating elements may facilitate startup by minimizing the amount of vapor load/pressure when starting up the unit and bringing one or more servers on line.
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Liquid Immersion Cooling Platform with an Adjustable Weir and Multifunctional Compute Device Handles
An immersion cooling system and methods for operating the system are described. The system can comprise a vessel which can be configured to hold a thermally conductive dielectric fluid; a computer component which can be configured to be at least partially submerged within the dielectric fluid; and a fluid circulation system which can be configured to draw the dielectric fluid from a sump area of the vessel, pass the dielectric fluid through a filter and deliver the dielectric fluid to a bath area of the vessel. In one example embedment, there can be an adjustable weir between the bath area and the sump area. Multifunctional handles are also described.
The instant disclosure pertains to a portable command and control center system. The system may comprise a waterproof, hardened, latchable two-piece plastic shell and command and control components housed within the two-piece plastic shell. The command and control components may comprise an uninterruptable power supply configured to power the system and at least two monitors. The two monitors may be configured to pop up into a useful position when the two-piece plastic shell is unlatched. Advantageously, the system is compact and lightweight so that it may be transported and carried by one person.
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A cooling system includes a sump area configured to hold a dielectric fluid, a bath area that receives a computer component, a first filter, a second filter, and a pump that draws the dielectric fluid from the sump area, passes the dielectric fluid through at least one of the first filter or the second filter, and delivers the dielectric fluid to the bath area. The bath area holds the dielectric fluid.
A cooling system includes a sump area configured to hold a dielectric fluid, a bath area that receives a computer component, a first filter, a second filter, and a pump that draws the dielectric fluid from the sump area, passes the dielectric fluid through at least one of the first filter or the second filter, and delivers the dielectric fluid to the bath area. The bath area holds the dielectric fluid.
An immersion cooling system and methods for operating the system are described. The system includes a vessel configured to hold thermally conductive, condensable dielectric fluid; a pressure controller to reduce or increase an interior pressure of the vessel; a computer component to be at least partially submerged within the dielectric fluid; and a fluid circulation system to draw the dielectric fluid from a sump area of the vessel, pass the dielectric fluid through a filter and deliver the dielectric fluid to a bath area of the vessel.
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. Advantageously, a pH indicator is employed to monitor the dielectric fluid.
An interconnected network including a plurality of autonomous vehicles is described. Each autonomous vehicle can include an immersion cooling system. The network can include a central server for determining whether there has been any network disruption. In the event of the network disruption (or when a network disruption is predicted), the central server can deploy at least one vehicle to the area to maintain the network connectivity. Upon receiving the instructions, the vehicle can drive to the area. The central server can use an artificial intelligence algorithm to make the prediction.
The present disclosure refers to an immersion cooling system and process. Representative embodiments include an interface for interconnecting the inside of the vessel to the outside using an exemplary pass through plates. Additional embodiments include carbon tapes at the opening areas of the vessel. In one example embodiment, a ledge for returning any fluid that is condensed on the top door of the vessel may be provided. Representative features also may include roller covering or overlays, pipes to deliver a spray to clean components, and/or cooling a pump to prevent premature failure. Other embodiments include mechanisms for pump life improvement, gap fillers to reduce fluid needed, and improved vapor management techniques.
The present disclosure refers to methods and electronics used to test immersion cooling controllers. A representative method comprises operably connecting a simulator device to an immersion cooling controller. The simulator device is used to communicate one or more changes to the immersion cooling controller wherein the one or more changes relate to one or more sensed parameters of an immersion cooling system. The reaction of the controller to the one or more changes is compared to an expected reaction of the controller to determine whether the controller is functioning properly. The controller may be configured to control any parameter of an immersion cooling system including, but not limited to, temperature, water flow, pressure, fluid level, fluid purity, and any combination thereof.
An immersion cooling system and methods for operating the system are described. The system can comprise a vessel configured to hold thermally conductive, condensable dielectric fluid; a pressure controller to reduce or increase an interior pressure of the vessel; a computer component configured to be at least partially submerged within the dielectric fluid; and a fluid circulation system configured to draw the dielectric fluid from a sump area of the vessel, pass the dielectric fluid through a filter and deliver the dielectric fluid to a bath area of the vessel.
An interconnected network including a plurality of autonomous vehicles is described. Each autonomous vehicle can include an immersion cooling system. The network can include a central server for determining whether there has been any network disruption. In the event of the network disruption (or when a network disruption is predicted), the central server can deploy at least one vehicle to the area to maintain the network connectivity. Upon receiving the instructions, the vehicle can drive to the area. The central server can use an artificial intelligence algorithm to make the prediction.
The present disclosure refers to methods of employing a computer comprising a pulse width modulated controlled cooling fan in an immersion cooling process. The present disclosure also refers to devices therefore. Such methods and devices employ a direct conversion or a probabilistic approach to emulate the operation of a pulse width modulated controlled cooling fan. The aforementioned methods and devices may be particularly useful for fans having a fan speed of 25,000rpm or higher.
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Methods and devices to employ air cooled computers in liquid immersion cooling
The present disclosure refers to methods of employing a computer comprising a pulse width modulated controlled cooling fan in an immersion cooling process. The present disclosure also refers to devices therefore. Such methods and devices employ a direct conversion or a probabilistic approach to emulate the operation of a pulse width modulated controlled cooling fan. The aforementioned methods and devices may be particularly useful for fans having a fan speed of 25,000 rpm or higher.
The present disclosure refers to an immersion cooling system and process. Representative embodiments include an interface for interconnecting the inside of the vessel to the outside using an exemplary pass through plates. Additional embodiments include carbon tapes at the opening areas of the vessel. In one example embodiment, a ledge for returning any fluid that is condensed on the top door of the vessel may be provided. Representative features also may include roller covering or overlays, pipes to deliver a spray to clean components, and/or cooling a pump to prevent premature failure. Other embodiments include mechanisms for pump life improvement, gap fillers to reduce fluid needed, and improved vapor management techniques.
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid cool the computer components. Advantageously, a pH indicator is employed to monitor the acidity of the dielectric fluid via, for example, a color change.
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Goods & Services
Central processing unit (CPU) coolers; Central processing unit coolers; Computer network server; All-in-one (AIO) liquid coolers for central processing units Computer services, namely, cloud hosting provider services
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Measurement of dielectric liquid level change in single phase or two-phase immersion cooling systems
The instant application pertains to new liquid level monitoring apparatus and a cooling system for computer components that employs the liquid level monitoring apparatus. In one embodiment, the liquid level measurement device comprises a load cell and a buoyancy element. The buoyancy element is configured to be partially submerged in a dielectric liquid. The load cell and the buoyancy element are operably connected such that a change in liquid volume may be determined using Archimedes' principle.
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EXTERNAL ROBOTIC SYSTEM FOR LIQUID IMMERSION COOLING PLATFORM
An autonomous vehicle is disclosed which can map a facility and navigate its way to a particular liquid cooling system. The vehicle can be in communication with a central server, which can control the vehicle. The vehicle can align itself against the liquid cooling system and receive a computing device on a platform of the vehicle. The platform can be lowered and secured in an enclosure of the vehicle. Then, the vehicle can transport the computing device to a storage facility.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Central processing unit coolers; Computer network server; Computers and computer peripherals; All-in-one (AIO) liquid coolers for central processing units
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Fluid breakdown detection systems and processes useful for liquid immersion cooling
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. Advantageously, a pH indicator is employed to monitor the dielectric fluid.
Systems and methods for monitoring a filter in, for example, an immersion cooled system are described. In one embodiment the application pertains to a process comprising employing a filter media to filter fluid wherein one or more electrical properties change depending upon pH of the filter fluid. The one or more electrical properties may be measured to monitor the filter. If desired, the filter media's electrical properties may be modified based on the configuration of the filter to facilitate the measurements.
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A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. Advantageously, a pH indicator is employed to monitor the dielectric fluid.
The present application pertains to testing methods and apparatus useful in single phase or two-phase liquid immersion cooling systems. Single phase systems use a fluid similar to mineral oil in which to immerse the servers. As the fluid is heated by the operating servers the fluid is circulated to one or more heat exchangers for cooling so the fluid never boils. In contrast, two-phase systems cool heat generating computer components which cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. Using the testing methods and apparatuses herein one may design and test more efficient components and systems. More specifically, the one or more heating elements are both passive and intelligent. They may be used to mimic the power load of a server which is used in the load testing of immersion cooling so actual servers are not required to test various aspects of the liquid immersion cooling units.
The instant application pertains to new fluid level monitoring apparatus and a cooling system for computer components that employs the fluid level monitoring apparatus. In one embodiment, the liquid level measurement device comprises a load cell and a buoyancy element. The buoyancy element is configured to be partially submerged in the liquid phase. The load cell and the buoyancy element are operably connected such that a change in liquid volume may be determined using Archimedes' principle.
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G01N 9/08 - Investigating density or specific gravity of materialsAnalysing materials by determining density or specific gravity by measuring buoyant force of solid materials by weighing both in air and in a liquid
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Robotics employed in processes and systems for liquid immersion cooling
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. Advantageously an absorption/desorption unit is employed having a carbon element and a controller configured to regulate the absorption unit. Robotic components facilitate automation.
H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
B25J 9/02 - Programme-controlled manipulators characterised by movement of the arms, e.g. cartesian co-ordinate type
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An autonomous vehicle is disclosed which can map a facility and navigate its way to a particular liquid cooling system. The vehicle can be in communication with a central server, which can control the vehicle. The vehicle can align itself against the liquid cooling system and receive a computing device on a platform of the vehicle. The platform can be lowered and secured in an enclosure of the vehicle. Then, the vehicle can transport the computing device to a storage facility.
Robotic machines featuring motors for servicing, moving, and changing components of data center computer systems comprised of computer servers and computer networking hardware
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Testing methods and apparatuses using simulated servers
The present application pertains to testing methods and apparatus useful in two-phase liquid immersion cooling systems. Such systems cool heat generating computer components which cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. Using the testing methods and apparatuses herein one may design and test more efficient components and systems. More specifically, the one or more heating elements are both passive and intelligent. They may be used to mimic the power load of a server which is used in the load testing of two phase liquid immersion cooling so actual servers are not required to test various aspects of the two phase liquid immersion cooling units.
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. Advantageously an absorption/desorption unit is employed having a carbon element and a controller configured to regulate the absorption unit.
H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
B25J 9/02 - Programme-controlled manipulators characterised by movement of the arms, e.g. cartesian co-ordinate type
H01L 23/44 - Arrangements for cooling, heating, ventilating or temperature compensation the complete device being wholly immersed in a fluid other than air
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Testing methods and apparatuses using simulated servers
The present application pertains to testing methods and apparatus useful in two-phase liquid immersion cooling systems. Such systems cool heat generating computer components which cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. Using the testing methods and apparatuses herein one may design and test more efficient components and systems. More specifically, the one or more heating elements are both passive and intelligent. They may be used to mimic the power load of a server which is used in the load testing of two phase liquid immersion cooling so actual servers are not required to test various aspects of the two phase liquid immersion cooling units.
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Goods & Services
(1) Data center computing systems, comprised of modular computer servers and metal enclosures specifically designed for the servers, for use in high speed computing in immersion cooled environments with dielectric fluid
An autonomous vehicle is disclosed which can map a facility and navigate its way to a particular liquid cooling system. The vehicle can be in communication with a central server, which can control the vehicle. The vehicle can align itself against the liquid cooling system and receive a computing device on a platform of the vehicle. The platform can be lowered and secured in an enclosure of the vehicle. Then, the vehicle can transport the computing device to a storage facility.
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. Heating elements are used to maintain a minimum temperature of a dielectric immersion fluid within a two phase liquid immersion cooled computing system. The added heat from heating elements may facilitate startup by minimizing the amount of vapor load/pressure when starting up the unit and bringing one or more servers on line.
H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
G05B 13/02 - Adaptive control systems, i.e. systems automatically adjusting themselves to have a performance which is optimum according to some preassigned criterion electric
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Goods & Services
Computer services, namely, providing an online non-downloadable software platform to facilitate a marketplace for cloud hosting services and to facilitate the orchestration and sharing of services for offering, purchase and management of distributed hosting and related cloud services
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. Using a pressure controlled vessel and pressure controller, the disclosed system may be operated at less than ambient pressure. By controlling the pressure at which the system operates, the user may influence the temperature at which the dielectric fluid vaporizes and thereby achieve increased performance from a given computer component. Utilizing robotic arms and slot-in computing components, a self-healing computing system may be created.
H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]
42.
Ballast blocks for a liquid immersion cooling system
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. The dielectric fluid may be stored in a bath portion of the cooling system. The cooling system may also include a shelf portion, which can hold at least one ballast block. The ballast block can provide for a deeper bath portion and flow of the dielectric fluid from a condenser.
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The system includes a vapor management system which can condense the vapor back into a liquid phase to cool the computer components. Using a pressure controlled vessel and pressure controller, the disclosed system may be operated at less than ambient pressure.
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling method is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. Using a pressure controlled vessel and pressure controller, a cooling system may be operated at less than ambient pressure. By controlling the pressure at which the system operates, the user may influence the temperature at which the dielectric fluid vaporizes and thereby achieve increased performance from a given computer component.
H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
B25J 9/02 - Programme-controlled manipulators characterised by movement of the arms, e.g. cartesian co-ordinate type
H01L 23/44 - Arrangements for cooling, heating, ventilating or temperature compensation the complete device being wholly immersed in a fluid other than air
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Liquid immersion cooling vessel and components thereof
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. Using a pressure controlled vessel and pressure controller, the disclosed system may be operated at less than ambient pressure. By controlling the pressure at which the system operates, the user may influence the temperature at which the dielectric fluid vaporizes and thereby achieve increased performance from a given computer component. Utilizing robotic arms and slot-in computing components, a self-healing computing system may be created.
H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
B25J 9/02 - Programme-controlled manipulators characterised by movement of the arms, e.g. cartesian co-ordinate type
H01L 23/44 - Arrangements for cooling, heating, ventilating or temperature compensation the complete device being wholly immersed in a fluid other than air
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. Using a pressure controlled vessel and pressure controller, the disclosed system may be operated at less than ambient pressure. By controlling the pressure at which the system operates, the user may influence the temperature at which the dielectric fluid vaporizes and thereby achieve increased performance from a given computer component. Utilizing robotic arms and slot-in computing components, a self-healing computing system may be created.
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. Using a pressure controlled vessel and pressure controller, the disclosed system may be operated at less than ambient pressure. Utilizing robotic arms and slot-in computing components located within chassis, a self-healing computing system may be created.
A two-phase liquid immersion cooling system is described in which heat generating computer components cause a dielectric fluid in its liquid phase to vaporize. The dielectric vapor is then condensed back into a liquid phase and used to cool the computer components. Using a pressure controlled vessel and pressure controller, the disclosed system may be operated at less than ambient pressure. By controlling the pressure at which the system operates, the user may influence the temperature at which the dielectric fluid vaporizes and thereby achieve increased performance from a given computer component. Utilizing robotic arms and slot-in computing components, a self-healing computing system may be created.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Data center computing systems, comprised of modular computer servers and metal enclosures specifically designed for the servers, for use in high speed computing in immersion cooled environments with dielectric fluid
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Computer hardware, namely, liquid immersion cooled electronic computing components and systems configured for liquid immersion cooling of electronic computing components
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Computer hardware, namely, liquid immersion cooled electronic computing components and systems configured for liquid immersion cooling of electronic computing components
