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Evaluation Method for Thermoelectrical Cooling Systems

April 27th, 2010

IEC/TS 62610-3 ed1.0 — Mechanical structures for electronic equipment – Thermal management for cabinets in accordance with IEC 60297 and IEC 60917 series – Part 3: Design guide: Evaluation method for thermoelectrical cooling systems (Peltier…read more

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Surface Flatness

May 1st, 2004

Surface flatness is an important issue for thermal designers as it is directly related to thermal contact resistance between surfaces. In this column, the definitions of surface flatness related parameters are discussed. These definitions are…read more

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The 45° Heat Spreading Angle – An Urban Legend?

November 1st, 2003

Ever hear about the 45° heat spreading angle? Most of us have. However, no one I’ve talked to seems to know where it came from. Is it an urban legend, such as alligators in the…read more

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