Tesla Tear Down, CFD Validation, and Machine Learning to Determine the Performance Limit This study investigates the hydraulic and thermal characteristics of the TESLA AUTOPILOT HW2.5 MODEL 3 Y, which features a double-sided cold plate with PCBs attached on both sides. We present a step-by-step teardown process of the unit, measuring internal dimensions, fin locations, … [Read more...]
600-W DC-DC Converter with Integrated Heat Sink
CUI Inc is adding a 600 W device to the company’s line of rugged chassis mount DC-DC converters. The VFK600 series measures 7.8 x 5.0 x 1.5 inch and includes an integrated heat sink for improved thermal performance. The aluminum heat sink allows the unit to operate at higher temperatures with a minimal amount of air flow. The VFK600 is offered in five different regulated output … [Read more...]
Heat Sinks Designed for Higher Power Densities
The new R2 Series of heat sinks from Ohmite combines thermal performance with the attachment mechanism of the popular C Series. This heat sink is capable of attaching either a TO-220 or a TO-247 component and is offered in both degreased and black anodized finishes. The convenient camming clip eliminates the need for mounting holes and screws. By eliminating the need for a … [Read more...]
Thermoelectric Module Series Inspired by Temperatures on Neptune’s Moon
Marlow Industries’ new Triton ICE thermoelectric module series is inspired by sub-zero temperatures on Neptune’s moon Triton; the coolers can improve customer electronic systems in thermal performance, cost, noise, weight, size or efficiency. The new Triton ICE modules exceed the industry standard in cooling capacity, rate and efficiency while using the same input … [Read more...]
New Catalog Released
Fujipoly announces an Aug. 16 release date for its new Thermal Interface Material and Elastomeric Connector product catalog. The free 52-page product overview and technical design guide includes installation suggestions, as well as detailed thermal performance and electrical conductivity data points. Several new pages of high-performance and low-cost thermal materials have … [Read more...]