公开(公告)号：EP2758848A4

公开(公告)日：2015-07-08

申请号：EP12833181

申请日：2012-09-11

Applicant: APPLE INC

Inventor： DEGNER BRETT W ,  NIGEN JAY S ,  DYBENKO JESSE T

IPC: G06F1/20

CPC classification number: F04D25/0613 ,  F04D17/16 ,  F04D29/4226 ,  F04D29/4266 ,  F04D29/441 ,  F04D29/445 ,  F04D29/582 ,  G06F1/203 ,  Y10T29/49329 ,  Y10T29/5191

Abstract: The described embodiments relate generally to optimizing airflow in a computer system. By modifying the external surface of centrifugal cooling fan enclosures the pressure drop associated with airflow moving around the enclosures can be reduced. This is generally accomplished by rounding off hard edges from the outside of the cooling fan enclosure as well as forming cover surfaces rather than simply using flat cover surfaces. In some cases this can also involve modifying the shape of the fan inlet, or even contouring the shape of the cooling fan blades to allow air to flow more easily through the computer enclosure.

公开(公告)号：EP3005020A4

公开(公告)日：2017-01-18

申请号：EP14808192

申请日：2014-06-05

Applicant: APPLE INC

Inventor： DEGNER BRETT W ,  PRATHER ERIC R ,  NARAJOWSKI DAVID H ,  LIANG FRANK F ,  NIGEN JAY S ,  DYBENKO JESSE T ,  DUKE CONNOR R ,  WHANG EUGENE A ,  STRINGER CHRISTOPHER J ,  BANKO JOSHUA D ,  KALINOWSKI CAITLIN ELIZABETH ,  BERK JONATHAN L ,  CASEBOLT MATTHEW P ,  FETTERMAN KEVIN S ,  WEIRSHAUSER ERIC J

IPC: G06F1/20 ,  G06F1/18

CPC classification number: G06F1/20 ,  G06F1/181 ,  G06F1/183

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紧凑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，其通过顶壳分布所施加的负载以防止翘曲和弯曲。 利用混流风扇有效地将冷却空气拉过小型计算系统。

公开(公告)号：EP2630553A4

公开(公告)日：2015-04-08

申请号：EP11834787

申请日：2011-08-15

Applicant: APPLE INC

Inventor： DEGNER BRETT W ,  GOLDBERG MICHELLE ,  KALINOWSKI CAITLIN ,  RUNDLE NICHOLAS A ,  BROCK JOHN M ,  DEFOREST LAURA M

IPC: G06F1/16 ,  G06F3/0354 ,  G06F3/041 ,  H05K5/00 ,  H05K5/04 ,  H05K7/16

CPC classification number: G06F1/169 ,  G06F1/1616 ,  G06F1/1635 ,  G06F1/1662 ,  G06F3/03547 ,  G06F3/041

Abstract: A portable computing device includes at least a base portion of a lightweight material that includes a wedge shaped top case coupled to a bottom case The portable computing device also includes a lid portion pivotally connected to the base portion by a hinge assembly. The lid portion has a display in communication with one or more components in the base portion via one or more electrical conductors. A touch pad situated on the base portion includes a glass layer bonded atop a cosmetic layer, a sensor layer for detecting inputs via a top surface of the glass layer, circuitry for processing signals, and a connection interface for connecting the circuitry to a main logic board. The glass layer provides primary structural rigidity for the touch pad.