Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder say a new method of improving thermoelectric materials could lead to the development of better solar panels, more energy-efficient cooling equipment and effective devices that could turn waste heat from power plants into electricity. The technique, which involves constructing an array of nanoscale pillars on top of a sheet of … [Read more...]
Non-Silicone Thermal Pad Offers Natural Tack, Good Insulation
Tglobal Technology Co., Ltd. has released its new PC94 non-silicone thermally conductive pad. Ideal for electronic component, heat sink, LED and other thermal applications, the new soft pad features an acryl base, natural tack and good insulation with a thermal conductivity of 4 W/m-K, working temperature of -40°C to 105°C and tensile strength of 2 Kgf/mm2. … [Read more...]
Magnetic Refrigeration Could Replace Compressor Systems
Researchers working in GE labs have used special magnetic materials to generate temperatures cold enough to freeze water in a breakthrough that could find its way into commercial refrigerators by the end of the decade. (Video: General Electric). Researchers at General Electric have unveiled a new refrigerant system utilizing special magnetic materials that could be up to 20 … [Read more...]
Researchers Eye Passive Cooling System for Microelectronics
Researchers at San Diego State University in California are examining an alternative to traditional heat pipes they say could help increase cooling efficiency in laptops and other portable electronic devices. Known as pulsating or oscillating heat pipes, the system may offer a heat transfer capacity up to 100 times better than conventional heat pipes, says assistant professor … [Read more...]
SEMI-THERM Selects 2014 THERMI Award Recipient
SEMI-THERM has awarded the 2014 THERMI Award to Ali Shakouri. Presented yearly, the THERMI award is intended to recognize a recipient’s history of contributions to crucial thermal issues affecting the performance of semiconductor devices and systems. Shakouri was selected as this year’s winner by the voting body of past THERMI winners and current General Chair Genvieve Martin … [Read more...]
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