Industrial lasers are used for a wide range of applications including cutting, welding, micro-machining, additive manufacturing, and drilling. No matter the application, industrial laser systems generate a significant amount of heat. There are several different types of industrial laser technologies ultimately distinguished by the power density of the laser and its use. … [Read more...]
Headset Comfort Assessment Through Thermal Analysis and IR Imaging
Introduction Wearable technology is a growing market, projected to reach $2.78 billion in revenue by 2024 [1], and comfort is a major factor driving sales for these devices. Ergonomics and ease of use were cited as major factors in the decision to purchase a virtual reality (VR) headset in a recent consumer survey [2]. While weight and form factor are certainly ergonomic … [Read more...]
The Future of Data Center Cooling: Passive Two-Phase Cooling
Introduction The world is becoming more digitalized than ever before. The workload of data centers has tripled since 2015 [1]. Despite huge progress in thermal management, traditional air-based cooling technology still represents a critical factor that significantly impacts data center operating costs and the environment. Depending on the size and operating conditions of a … [Read more...]
Solder Joint Lifetime of Rapidly Cycled LED Components
Reprinted from the June, 2014 Issue ACTIVE LEDs in a consumer TV product are boosted and dimmed with the video picture content. Boosting and dimming of LEDs is a powerful means to improve visual experience, either through the application of active LEDs in an ambient light feature or through dimming and boosting of the display LEDs in a direct-lit video display. Active … [Read more...]
ASHRAE Technical Committee 9.9: Mission Critical Facilities, Data Centers, Technology Spaces, and Electronic Equipment
Nomenclature A1, A2, A3, A4 - ASHRAE allowable thermal envelopes as defined in Thermal Guidelines for Data Processing Environments that represent where IT manufacturers test equipment to ensure functionality ASHRAE - American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers CAGR - Compound Annual Growth Rate CITE - A SHRAE Compliance for IT … [Read more...]
