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公开(公告)号:US11950354B2
公开(公告)日:2024-04-02
申请号:US17653634
申请日:2022-03-04
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Kristopher P. Laurent , Brett W. Degner , Jay S. Nigen , Eric R. Prather , David H. Narajowski
CPC classification number: H05K1/0209 , G06F1/203 , G06F2200/201 , H05K2201/064 , H05K2201/066
Abstract: This application relates to a layout of components within an electronic device. The electronic device includes a circuit board and one or more thermal components located on or proximate to each surface of the circuit board. As a result, thermal energy generated by components of the circuit board are drawn away from the circuit board in a more efficient manner. Additionally, the electronic device may include one or more air movers designed to draw ambient air into the electronic device in a manner that causes the ambient air to cool components upstream from the air movers. Further, the electronic device includes a fin stack that is thermally coupled to the aforementioned thermal components, and further receives air driven in by the air mover(s). Also, the electronic device is designed to receive the ambient air through openings that define a 360-degree air inlet.
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公开(公告)号:US11899511B2
公开(公告)日:2024-02-13
申请号:US18051745
申请日:2022-11-01
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Eugene A Whang , Christopher J. Stringer , Brett W. Degner , David H. Narajowski , Patrick Kessler , Eric R. Prather , Caitlin Elizabeth Kalinowski , Adam T. Stagnaro , Daniel L. McBroom , Matthew P. Casebolt , Michael D. McBroom
IPC: G06F1/18 , G06F1/20 , H05K7/20 , H01L23/40 , H05K5/03 , H05K1/02 , F21V8/00 , G06F3/00 , G08B5/36 , G08B21/18 , H04R1/02
CPC classification number: G06F1/181 , G02B6/0001 , G02B6/001 , G02B6/0008 , G06F1/182 , G06F1/183 , G06F1/185 , G06F1/188 , G06F1/20 , G06F1/206 , G06F3/00 , G08B5/36 , G08B21/18 , H01L23/4093 , H04R1/02 , H05K1/0203 , H05K5/03 , H05K7/20009 , H05K7/2039 , H05K7/2049 , H05K7/20136 , H05K7/20145 , H05K7/20154 , H05K7/20163 , H05K7/20172 , H05K7/20209
Abstract: A desktop computing system having at least a central core surrounded by housing having a shape that defines a volume in which the central core resides is described. The housing includes a first opening and a second opening axially displaced from the first opening. The first opening having a size and shape in accordance with an amount of airflow used as a heat transfer medium for cooling internal components, the second opening defined by a lip that engages a portion of the airflow in such a way that at least some of the heat transferred to the air flow from the internal components is passed to the housing.
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公开(公告)号:US11886235B2
公开(公告)日:2024-01-30
申请号:US17112904
申请日:2020-12-04
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Adam T. Garelli , Paul X. Wang , Pooja B. Patel , Nicholas A. Rundle , Eric R. Prather , Simon S. Lee
CPC classification number: G06F1/1601 , G06F1/1656 , H05K7/20145 , H05K7/20154 , H05K9/0037 , H05K9/0041 , G06F1/182 , G06F1/20
Abstract: An electronic device is disclosed. The electronic device includes a shield that provides thermal and electromagnetic interference (“EMI”) shielding benefits. The shield is secured with fan assemblies by airtight seals to prevent air leakage and promote a pressured volume when the fan assemblies are running. Further, the shield can direct airflow from the fan assemblies to one or more thermally conductive components, where the airflow can convectively cool the thermally conductive components and exit the electronic device. The shield is made from a metal, and when the shield covers a circuit board, the shield protects an EMI barrier for integrated circuits located on the circuit board. Moreover, the shield can provide a single-piece, monolithic body that provides advantages over multiple shields, such as eliminating gaps in the shield for air leakage and EMI intrusion, increasing air circulation efficiency, and decreasing costs.
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公开(公告)号:US11256306B2
公开(公告)日:2022-02-22
申请号:US16746829
申请日:2020-01-18
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Eugene A. Whang , Christopher J. Stringer , Brett W. Degner , David H. Narajowski , Patrick Kessler , Eric R. Prather , Caitlin Elizabeth Kalinowski , Adam T. Stagnaro , Daniel L. McBroom , Matthew P. Casebolt , Michael D. McBroom
IPC: G06F1/16 , G06F1/18 , G06F1/20 , H05K7/20 , H01L23/40 , H05K5/03 , H05K1/02 , F21V8/00 , G06F3/00 , G08B5/36 , G08B21/18
Abstract: A desktop computing system having at least a central core surrounded by housing having a shape that defines a volume in which the central core resides is described. The housing includes a first opening and a second opening axially displaced from the first opening. The first opening having a size and shape in accordance with an amount of airflow used as a heat transfer medium for cooling internal components, the second opening defined by a lip that engages a portion of the airflow in such a way that at least some of the heat transferred to the air flow from the internal components is passed to the housing.
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公开(公告)号:US20160070315A1
公开(公告)日:2016-03-10
申请号:US14945064
申请日:2015-11-18
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Eugene A. Whang , Christopher J. Stringer , Brett W. Degner , David H. Narajowski , Patrick Kessler , Eric R. Prather , Caitlin Elizabeth Kalinowski , Adam T. Stagnaro , Daniel L. McBroom , Matthew P. Casebolt , Michael D. McBroom
CPC classification number: G06F1/181 , G02B6/0001 , G02B6/0008 , G02B6/001 , G06F1/182 , G06F1/183 , G06F1/185 , G06F1/188 , G06F1/20 , G06F1/206 , G06F3/00 , G08B5/36 , G08B21/18 , H01L23/4093 , H05K1/0203 , H05K5/03 , H05K7/20009 , H05K7/20145 , H05K7/20154 , H05K7/20163 , H05K7/20172 , H05K7/20209 , H05K7/2039 , H05K7/2049
Abstract: A desktop computing system having at least a central core surrounded by housing having a shape that defines a volume in which the central core resides is described. The housing includes a first opening and a second opening axially displaced from the first opening. The first opening having a size and shape in accordance with an amount of airflow used as a heat transfer medium for cooling internal components, the second opening defined by a lip that engages a portion of the airflow in such a way that at least some of the heat transferred to the air flow from the internal components is passed to the housing.
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公开(公告)号:US20150253822A1
公开(公告)日:2015-09-10
申请号:US14721857
申请日:2015-05-26
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Brett W. Degner , Eric R. Prather , David H. Narajowski , Frank F. Liang , Jay S. Nigen , Jesse T. Dybenko , Connor R. Duke , Eugene A. Whang , Christopher J. Stringer , Joshua D. Banko , Caitlin Elizabeth Kalinowski , Jonathan L. Berk , Matthew P. Casebolt , Kevin S. Fetterman , Eric J. Weirshauser
CPC classification number: G06F1/181 , G02B6/0001 , G02B6/0008 , G02B6/001 , G06F1/182 , G06F1/183 , G06F1/185 , G06F1/188 , G06F1/20 , G06F1/206 , G06F3/00 , G08B5/36 , G08B21/18 , H01L23/4093 , H05K1/0203 , H05K5/03 , H05K7/20009 , H05K7/20145 , H05K7/20154 , H05K7/20163 , H05K7/20172 , H05K7/20209 , H05K7/2039 , H05K7/2049
Abstract: The present application describes various embodiments regarding systems and methods for providing efficient heat rejection for a lightweight and durable compact computing system having a small form factor. The compact computing system can take the form of a desktop computer. The desktop computer can include a monolithic top case having an integrated support system formed therein, the integrated support system providing structural support that distributes applied loads through the top case preventing warping and bowing. A mixed flow fan is utilized to efficiently pull cooling air through the compact computing system.
Abstract translation: 本申请描述了关于用于为具有小外形尺寸的轻便且耐用的小型计算系统提供有效散热的系统和方法的各种实施例。 紧凑型计算系统可以采用台式计算机的形式。 台式计算机可以包括具有形成在其中的集成支撑系统的整体式顶壳,该集成支撑系统提供结构支撑,其通过顶壳分布施加的载荷,从而防止翘曲和弯曲。 利用混流风扇有效地将冷却空气拉过小型计算系统。
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公开(公告)号:US20240053804A1
公开(公告)日:2024-02-15
申请号:US18492251
申请日:2023-10-23
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Eugene A. Whang , Christopher J. Stringer , Brett W. Degner , David H. Narajowski , Patrick Kessler , Eric R. Prather , Caitlin Elizabeth Kalinowski , Adam T. Stagnaro , Daniel L. McBroom , Matthew P. Casebolt , Michael D. McBroom
IPC: G06F1/18 , G06F1/20 , H05K7/20 , H01L23/40 , H05K5/03 , H05K1/02 , F21V8/00 , G06F3/00 , G08B5/36 , G08B21/18 , H04R1/02
CPC classification number: G06F1/181 , G06F1/20 , H05K7/20145 , H05K7/20163 , H05K7/20172 , H05K7/2049 , H01L23/4093 , G06F1/182 , G06F1/183 , G06F1/185 , G06F1/188 , H05K5/03 , H05K1/0203 , G02B6/0001 , G02B6/0008 , G02B6/001 , G06F1/206 , G06F3/00 , G08B5/36 , G08B21/18 , H05K7/20154 , H05K7/20209 , H05K7/2039 , H05K7/20009 , H05K7/20136 , H04R1/02
Abstract: A desktop computing system having at least a central core surrounded by housing having a shape that defines a volume in which the central core resides is described. The housing includes a first opening and a second opening axially displaced from the first opening. The first opening having a size and shape in accordance with an amount of airflow used as a heat transfer medium for cooling internal components, the second opening defined by a lip that engages a portion of the airflow in such a way that at least some of the heat transferred to the air flow from the internal components is passed to the housing.
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公开(公告)号:US20220244764A1
公开(公告)日:2022-08-04
申请号:US17659999
申请日:2022-04-20
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Brett W. Degner , Eric R. Prather , Michael E. Leclerc
Abstract: An electronic device can include a housing that defines an internal volume. The electronic device can also include a component within the internal volume that divides the internal volume into a first volume and a second volume. The first volume and second volume can be fluidically isolated except at an aperture defined by the component. An air-moving system can produce a positive air pressure in the first volume and a negative air pressure in the second volume.
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公开(公告)号:US20200383206A1
公开(公告)日:2020-12-03
申请号:US16889041
申请日:2020-06-01
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Brett W. Degner , Michael E. Leclerc , Eric R. Prather , Scott J. Campbell , James M. Cuseo , Rodrigo Dutervil Mubarak , Ian A. Guy , Daniel D. Hershey , Mariel L. Lanas , Michael D. McBroom , David C. Parell , Bartley K. Andre , Danny L. McBroom , Houtan R. Farahani
Abstract: Computer modules that can have a high-capacity, can simplify the design of a computer system housing the modules, can utilize system resources in a highly configurable manner, can provide a variety of functionality, and can be readily inserted into, and removed from, a computer system.
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公开(公告)号:US09575524B1
公开(公告)日:2017-02-21
申请号:US14834217
申请日:2015-08-24
Applicant: Apple Inc.
Inventor: Eric R. Prather , Christiaan A. Ligtenberg , Jay S. Nigen , Laura M. Campo , Nicholas D. Mancini , Brett W. Degner
CPC classification number: G06F1/203 , G06F1/1616 , G06F1/1637 , G06F1/1662 , G06F1/1681 , G06F2200/202 , H05K7/20145
Abstract: An electronic device such as a portable computer may be provided with a lower housing and an upper housing. The electronic device may include hinge structures which allow the upper housing to rotate about a rotational axis relative to the lower housing. The electronic device may include a ventilation port structure with intake openings that allow air to be drawn into the electronic device. The ventilation structure may also include exhaust openings that are used to expel air from the lower housing. When the electronic device is in an open position, it may be desirable for the ventilation structure to form more exhaust openings than when the electronic device is in a closed position. The ventilation structure may form lower exhaust openings when the electronic device is in the closed position and form upper and lower exhaust openings when the electronic device is in the open position.
Abstract translation: 诸如便携式计算机的电子设备可以设置有下壳体和上壳体。 电子设备可以包括允许上壳体相对于下壳体绕旋转轴线旋转的铰链结构。 电子设备可以包括具有允许空气被吸入电子设备的进气口的通风口结构。 通风结构还可以包括用于从下壳体排出空气的排气口。 当电子设备处于打开位置时,与电子设备处于关闭位置相比,通风结构可能希望形成更多的排气口。 当电子设备处于关闭位置时,通风结构可以形成较低的排气口,并且当电子设备处于打开位置时形成上下排气口。
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