09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
Central processing unit (CPU) coolers; graphic processing unit (GPU) coolers; downloadable software for monitoring performance of cooling systems for rack-mounted electronics Peltier cooling apparatus; cooling installations for rack-mounted electronics cooling; cooling units for industrial purposes Software as a service (SAAS) featuring software for monitoring performance of cooling systems for rack-mounted electronics
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
Central processing unit (CPU) coolers; graphic processing unit (GPU) coolers; downloadable software for monitoring performance of cooling systems for rack-mounted electronics Peltier cooling apparatus; cooling installations for rack-mounted electronics cooling; cooling units for industrial purposes Software as a service (SAAS) services featuring software for monitoring performance of cooling systems for rack-mounted electronics
3.
ACTIVE VAPORIZATION OF MOISTURE IN A THERMOELECTRIC MODULE OR SUBSYSTEM
Systems and methods for active vaporization of moisture in a Thermoelectric Module (TEM) or subsystem are provided. In some embodiments, a method of method of operating a TEM includes: determining to initiate a drying cycle for the TEM; and activating the drying cycle for the TEM. In this way, moisture can be removed from the TEM. This can increase the efficiency and/or longevity of the TEM. This can lead to decreased maintenance times and cost savings.
F25D 21/04 - Mesures contre la formation de givre ou de condensat
F25B 21/04 - Machines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet PeltierMachines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet Nernst-Ettinghausen réversibles
F25D 11/00 - Dispositifs autonomes déplaçables associés à des machines frigorifiques, p. ex. réfrigérateurs ménagers
F25D 21/00 - DégivragePrévention du givrageÉvacuation du condensat ou de l'eau de dégivrage
F25D 21/02 - Détection de la présence de givre ou de condensat
4.
ACTIVE VAPORIZATION OF MOISTURE IN A THERMOELECTRIC MODULE OR SUBSYSTEM
Method of operating a thermoelectric module (TEM) including: determining to initiate a drying cycle for the TEM; and activating the drying cycle for the TEM. In this way, moisture can be removed from the TEM. This can increase the efficiency and/or longevity of the TEM. This can lead to decreased maintenance times and cost savings. Also, an actively cooled container, comprising a cooling system, one or more fans and a controller is claimed.
F25D 21/14 - Ramassage et évacuation du condensat ou de l'eau de dégivrageBacs de dégivrage
F25D 21/00 - DégivragePrévention du givrageÉvacuation du condensat ou de l'eau de dégivrage
F25B 21/02 - Machines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet PeltierMachines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet Nernst-Ettinghausen
F28F 17/00 - Enlèvement de la glace ou de l'eau des appareils échangeurs de chaleur
Systems and methods for automatic defrosting of an actively cooled tote are provided. In some embodiments, a method of operating an actively cooled container includes: determining to initiate a defrost cycle for the actively cooled container; deactivating a cooling system of the actively cooled container; activating a defrost heater of the actively cooled container; determining to deactivate the defrost heater of the actively cooled container; setting the defrost heater to maintain a temperature of a thermal accept system at a threshold; waiting a set duration of time to allow for melted frost to drip into a collection tray; and activating the cooling system of the actively cooled container.
Systems and methods for automatic defrosting of an actively cooled tote are provided. In some embodiments, a method of operating an actively cooled container includes: determining to initiate a defrost cycle for the actively cooled container; deactivating a cooling system of the actively cooled container; activating a defrost heater of the actively cooled container; determining to deactivate the defrost heater of the actively cooled container; setting the defrost heater to maintain a temperature of a thermal accept system at a threshold; waiting a set duration of time to allow for melted frost to drip into a collection tray; and activating the cooling system of the actively cooled container.
Systems and methods of a tote power dock system are provided. In some embodiments, a method of operating a power dock system includes: refraining from providing power to one or more electrical contacts of the power dock system when no actively cooled tote is present on the power dock system; determining that an actively cooled tote is present on the power dock system; and in response to determining that an actively cooled tote is present on the power dock system, providing power to the one or more electrical contacts of the power dock system. In some embodiments, this provides increased safety for the electrical connections.
B60L 1/00 - Fourniture de l'énergie électrique à l'équipement auxiliaire des véhicules à traction électrique
B60L 1/02 - Fourniture de l'énergie électrique à l'équipement auxiliaire des véhicules à traction électrique aux circuits de chauffage électrique
F25D 15/00 - Dispositifs associés à des machines frigorifiques, non couverts par les groupes ou , p. ex. les dispositifs mobiles non autonomes
G06Q 10/0832 - Marchandises spéciales ou procédures de manutention spéciales, p. ex. manutention de marchandises dangereuses ou fragiles
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
B65D 81/18 - Réceptacles, éléments d'emballage ou paquets pour contenus présentant des problèmes particuliers de stockage ou de transport ou adaptés pour servir à d'autres fins que l'emballage après avoir été vidés de leur contenu fournissant une ambiance spécifique pour le contenu, p. ex. température supérieure ou inférieure à la température ambiante
B65D 81/38 - Réceptacles, éléments d'emballage ou paquets pour contenus présentant des problèmes particuliers de stockage ou de transport ou adaptés pour servir à d'autres fins que l'emballage après avoir été vidés de leur contenu avec isolation thermique
F25D 11/00 - Dispositifs autonomes déplaçables associés à des machines frigorifiques, p. ex. réfrigérateurs ménagers
F25D 29/00 - Disposition ou montage de l'appareillage de commande ou de sécurité
B60H 1/00 - Dispositifs de chauffage, de refroidissement ou de ventilation
B60P 3/20 - Véhicules adaptés pour transporter, porter ou comporter des charges ou des objets spéciaux pour le transport de marchandises réfrigérées
Systems and methods of a tote power dock system are provided. In some embodiments, a method of operating a power dock system includes: refraining from providing power to one or more electrical contacts of the power dock system when no actively cooled tote is present on the power dock system; determining that an actively cooled tote is present on the power dock system; and in response to determining that an actively cooled tote is present on the power dock system, providing power to the one or more electrical contacts of the power dock system. In some embodiments, this provides increased safety for the electrical connections.
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
B60P 3/20 - Véhicules adaptés pour transporter, porter ou comporter des charges ou des objets spéciaux pour le transport de marchandises réfrigérées
F25D 11/00 - Dispositifs autonomes déplaçables associés à des machines frigorifiques, p. ex. réfrigérateurs ménagers
9.
ENERGY MANAGEMENT AND CONSERVATION WHILE ENSURING COLD-CHAIN COMPLIANCE WITHIN AN ACTIVE COOLING SYSTEM ("ACS") ARRAY OF ACTIVELY COOLED TOTES ("ACTS")
Systems and methods for energy management and conservation while ensuring cold-chain compliance are provided. In some embodiments, a method of operating an Active Cooling System (ACS) includes: determining the operating needs of a plurality of Actively Cooled Totes (ACTs); and adjusting an operation of one or more of the plurality of ACTs based on a physical location of the one or more of the plurality of ACTs in the ACS. In this way, this can prevent mass turn-on of a cluster of ACTs physically close together, generating large columns of hot exhaust air. This can also enable energy savings and prioritization of energy usage.
B65D 81/38 - Réceptacles, éléments d'emballage ou paquets pour contenus présentant des problèmes particuliers de stockage ou de transport ou adaptés pour servir à d'autres fins que l'emballage après avoir été vidés de leur contenu avec isolation thermique
B65D 81/18 - Réceptacles, éléments d'emballage ou paquets pour contenus présentant des problèmes particuliers de stockage ou de transport ou adaptés pour servir à d'autres fins que l'emballage après avoir été vidés de leur contenu fournissant une ambiance spécifique pour le contenu, p. ex. température supérieure ou inférieure à la température ambiante
10.
ENERGY MANAGEMENT AND CONSERVATION WHILE ENSURING COLD-CHAIN COMPLIANCE
Systems and methods for energy management and conservation while ensuring cold-chain compliance are provided. In some embodiments, a method of operating an Active Cooling System (ACS) includes: determining the operating needs of a plurality of Actively Cooled Totes (ACTs); and adjusting an operation of one or more of the plurality of ACTs based on a physical location of the one or more of the plurality of ACTs in the ACS. In this way, this can prevent mass turn-on of a cluster of ACTs physically close together, generating large columns of hot exhaust air. This can also enable energy savings and prioritization of energy usage.
Vertical cold chain temperature-controlled storage and methods of operating the same are provided. In some embodiments, a vertical cold chain temperature-controlled storage system includes: a vertical lift module which includes: a plurality of shelves; and at least one opening. One or more of the plurality of shelves includes a power subsystem for powering a tote. This might enable more efficient and more dynamic temperature control during storage.
A tote liner basket used in actively cooled totes is provided. In some embodiments, a tote liner used in actively cooled totes includes: a bottom of the tote liner; two or more sides of the tote liner; and two or more openings for increased airflow. In this way, the use of the tote is made easier while maintaining or improving the airflow in the tote.
B65D 81/26 - Adaptations pour empêcher la détérioration ou l'altération du contenuApplications au réceptacle ou au matériau d'emballage d'agents de conservation des aliments, de fongicides, d'insecticides ou de produits repoussant les animaux avec dispositifs pour évacuer ou absorber les fluides, p. ex. s'écoulant du contenuEmploi de produits empêchant la corrosion ou de dessiccateurs
13.
PREVENTION OF EXHAUST AIR RE-ENTRAINMENT IN AUTOMATED STORAGE FACILITY WITH ACTIVELY COOLED TOTES
Systems and methods for prevention of exhaust air re-entrainment in automated storage facility with actively cooled totes are provided. In some embodiments, an actively cooled container includes: an active cooling subsystem; and a heat exhaust outlet to remove heat from the active cooling subsystem; wherein the heat exhaust outlet is angled upward to more effectively remove the heat from the ambient environment of the actively cooled container. In some embodiments, a method of managing a storage area of actively cooled totes includes: determining a plurality of actively cooled totes that require active cooling; and determining an arrangement of the plurality of actively cooled totes in the storage area. The arrangement reduces a column of hot exhaust air formed in the storage area. In this way, the storage of actively cooled totes is made more reliable and more efficient.
An electrical distribution system for actively cooled totes is provided. In some embodiments, a transportation cart for providing power to one or more cooled totes, includes: wheels for allowing the transportation cart for moving; one or more tote placement locations; a battery for storing power; and a power subsystem for providing power to at least one of the one or more tote placement locations. This provides additional cold chain compliance while making picking easier and less hurried.
B62B 3/10 - Voitures à bras ayant plus d'un essieu portant les roues servant au déplacementDispositifs de direction à cet effetAppareillage à cet effet caractérisées par des supports spécialement adaptés à des objets de forme définie
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
H02J 50/40 - Circuits ou systèmes pour l'alimentation ou la distribution sans fil d'énergie électrique utilisant plusieurs dispositifs de transmission ou de réception
15.
VERTICAL COLD CHAIN TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED STORAGE SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATING A VERTICAL COLD CHAIN TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED STORAGE SYSTEM
Vertical cold chain temperature-controlled storage and methods of operating the same are provided. In some embodiments, a vertical cold chain temperature-controlled storage system includes: a vertical lift module which includes: a plurality of shelves; and at least one opening. One or more of the plurality of shelves includes a power subsystem for powering a tote. This might enable more efficient and more dynamic temperature control during storage.
F25D 11/00 - Dispositifs autonomes déplaçables associés à des machines frigorifiques, p. ex. réfrigérateurs ménagers
A47G 29/14 - Récipients pour déposer des aliments, p. ex. petit déjeuner, laitRécipients similaires pour colis avec accessoires pour éviter que les articles déposés ne soient indûment retirés
F25B 21/02 - Machines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet PeltierMachines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet Nernst-Ettinghausen
F25D 13/04 - Dispositifs fixes associés à des machines frigorifiques, p. ex. chambres froides avec plusieurs compartiments de refroidissement, p. ex. casiers frigorifiques les compartiments étant à des températures différentes
F25D 15/00 - Dispositifs associés à des machines frigorifiques, non couverts par les groupes ou , p. ex. les dispositifs mobiles non autonomes
F25D 29/00 - Disposition ou montage de l'appareillage de commande ou de sécurité
H02J 50/10 - Circuits ou systèmes pour l'alimentation ou la distribution sans fil d'énergie électrique utilisant un couplage inductif
16.
PREVENTION OF EXHAUST AIR RE-ENTRAINMENT IN AUTOMATED STORAGE FACILITY WITH ACTIVELY COOLED TOTES
Systems and methods for prevention of exhaust air re-entrainment in automated storage facility with actively cooled totes are provided. An actively cooled container includes: an active cooling subsystem; and a heat exhaust outlet to remove heat from the active cooling subsystem; wherein the heat exhaust outlet is angled upward to more effectively remove the heat from the ambient environment of the actively cooled container. A method of managing a storage area of actively cooled totes includes: determining a plurality of actively cooled totes that require active cooling; and determining an arrangement of the plurality of actively cooled totes in the storage area. The arrangement reduces a column of hot exhaust air formed in the storage area. In this way, the storage of actively cooled totes is made more reliable and more efficient.
F25D 23/00 - Caractéristiques générales de structure
F25D 11/00 - Dispositifs autonomes déplaçables associés à des machines frigorifiques, p. ex. réfrigérateurs ménagers
F25B 21/02 - Machines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet PeltierMachines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet Nernst-Ettinghausen
17.
ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM FOR ACTIVELY COOLED TOTES
An electrical distribution system for actively cooled totes is provided. In some embodiments, a transportation cart for providing power to one or more cooled totes, includes: wheels for allowing the transportation cart for moving; one or more tote placement locations; a battery for storing power; and a power subsystem for providing power to at least one of the one or more tote placement locations. This provides additional cold chain compliance while making picking easier and less hurried.
B62B 3/00 - Voitures à bras ayant plus d'un essieu portant les roues servant au déplacementDispositifs de direction à cet effetAppareillage à cet effet
B62B 3/10 - Voitures à bras ayant plus d'un essieu portant les roues servant au déplacementDispositifs de direction à cet effetAppareillage à cet effet caractérisées par des supports spécialement adaptés à des objets de forme définie
B62B 5/00 - Accessoires ou détails spécialement adaptés aux voitures à bras
F25D 11/00 - Dispositifs autonomes déplaçables associés à des machines frigorifiques, p. ex. réfrigérateurs ménagers
A tote liner basket used in actively cooled totes is provided. In some embodiments, a tote liner used in actively cooled totes includes: a bottom of the tote liner; two or more sides of the tote liner; and two or more openings for increased airflow. In this way, the use of the tote is made easier while maintaining or improving the airflow in the tote.
Systems and methods for controlling a heat exchanger comprising multiple thermoelectric coolers to provide conditioned air are provided. The method includes receiving system measurements indicative of one or more of the group consisting of: a temperature of a accept-side of a first thermoelectric cooler; a temperature of a reject-side of the first thermoelectric cooler; a temperature of a accept-side of a second thermoelectric cooler; a temperature of a reject-side of the second thermoelectric cooler; an indication of a direction of air flow in the heat exchanger; and an indication of a relative humidity value. The method also includes selectively controlling two or more subsets of thermoelectric coolers in the plurality of thermoelectric coolers based on the received system measurements. This allows for increased efficiency of the heat exchanger.
F24F 11/80 - Systèmes de commande caractérisés par leurs grandeurs de sortieDétails de construction de tels systèmes pour la commande de la température de l’air fourni
F24F 5/00 - Systèmes ou appareils de conditionnement d'air non couverts par ou
F24F 11/46 - Amélioration de l’efficacité électrique ou économie d’énergie électrique
20.
HIGH EFFICIENCY ARCHITECTURE AND CONTROL SCHEME FOR SOLID-STATE HVAC APPLICATIONS
Systems and methods for controlling a heat exchanger comprising multiple thermoelectric coolers to provide conditioned air are provided. The method includes receiving system measurements indicative of one or more of the group consisting of: a temperature of a accept-side of a first thermoelectric cooler; a temperature of a reject-side of the first thermoelectric cooler; a temperature of a accept-side of a second thermoelectric cooler; a temperature of a reject-side of the second thermoelectric cooler; an indication of a direction of air flow in the heat exchanger; and an indication of a relative humidity value. The method also includes selectively controlling two or more subsets of thermoelectric coolers in the plurality of thermoelectric coolers based on the received system measurements. This allows for increased efficiency of the heat exchanger.
Systems and methods for temperature driven dynamic order sequencing in order fulfillment are provided herein. In some embodiments, a method of controlling two or more actively cooled totes includes: determining a first ordering of the two or more actively cooled totes; determining that an alert condition occurred for an alerted tote of the two or more actively cooled totes; and determining a second ordering of the two or more actively cooled totes based on the alert condition where the alerted tote is in a different position in the ordering than in the first ordering. Dynamic tote arrangement can therefore ensure that customer orders are sequences appropriately based on the temperature warnings the totes provide, minimizing spoilage in the tote queue process.
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
B65G 1/06 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des moyens pour que les objets se présentent à l'enlèvement dans des positions ou à des niveaux prédéterminés
22.
TEMPERATURE-DRIVEN DYNAMIC ORDER SEQUENCING IN ORDER FULFILLMENT
Systems and methods for temperature driven dynamic order sequencing in order fulfillment are provided herein. In some embodiments, a method of controlling two or more actively cooled totes includes: determining a first ordering of the two or more actively cooled totes; determining that an alert condition occurred for an alerted tote of the two or more actively cooled totes; and determining a second ordering of the two or more actively cooled totes based on the alert condition where the alerted tote is in a different position in the ordering than in the first ordering. Dynamic tote arrangement can therefore ensure that customer orders are sequences appropriately based on the temperature warnings the totes provide, minimizing spoilage in the tote queue process.
Systems and methods for tote lid hinges are provided. In some embodiments, a tote includes: an interior of the tote; a lid to cover the interior of the tote; and a hinge mechanism configured to be opened in more than one direction. Different applications and use cases of a tote require differences in the opening direction of the tote lid. A flexible hinge mechanism allows the lid to be opened/closed for these various applications using the same hinge & lid design, rather than changing the lid type by application.
Systems and methods for tote lid hinges are provided. In some embodiments, a tote includes: an interior of the tote; a lid to cover the interior of the tote; and a hinge mechanism configured to be opened in more than one direction. Different applications and use cases of a tote require differences in the opening direction of the tote lid. A flexible hinge mechanism allows the lid to be opened/closed for these various applications using the same hinge & lid design, rather than changing the lid type by application.
Systems and methods for thermal management are provided. In some embodiments, a vehicle for transporting one or more actively cooled totes, the vehicle includes: a central heat reject subsystem operable to reject heat from the one or more actively cooled totes; and an attachment mechanism for moving heat from the one or more actively cooled totes to the central heat reject subsystem.
G06Q 10/08 - Logistique, p. ex. entreposage, chargement ou distributionGestion d’inventaires ou de stocks
F25B 21/02 - Machines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet PeltierMachines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet Nernst-Ettinghausen
F25D 15/00 - Dispositifs associés à des machines frigorifiques, non couverts par les groupes ou , p. ex. les dispositifs mobiles non autonomes
B60H 1/00 - Dispositifs de chauffage, de refroidissement ou de ventilation
F25B 5/02 - Machines, installations ou systèmes à compression, avec plusieurs circuits d'évaporateurs, p. ex. pour faire varier la puissance frigorifique disposés en parallèle
F25D 11/00 - Dispositifs autonomes déplaçables associés à des machines frigorifiques, p. ex. réfrigérateurs ménagers
26.
THERMAL MANAGEMENT OF ACTIVELY COOLED TOTES USED IN LAST MILE DELIVERY OF FOOD
Systems and methods for thermal management are provided. In some embodiments, a vehicle for transporting one or more actively cooled totes, the vehicle includes: a central heat reject subsystem operable to reject heat from the one or more actively cooled totes; and an attachment mechanism for moving heat from the one or more actively cooled totes to the central heat reject subsystem.
F24F 11/81 - Systèmes de commande caractérisés par leurs grandeurs de sortieDétails de construction de tels systèmes pour la commande de la température de l’air fourni en commandant l’apport en air aux échangeurs de chaleur ou aux canaux de dérivation
F24F 11/46 - Amélioration de l’efficacité électrique ou économie d’énergie électrique
F24F 11/74 - Systèmes de commande caractérisés par leurs grandeurs de sortieDétails de construction de tels systèmes pour la commande de l’apport en air traité, p. ex. commande de la pression pour la commande du débit d'air ou de la vitesse de l’air
F24F 13/14 - Organes de réglage de l'écoulement d'air, p. ex. persiennes, grilles, volets ou plaques directrices mobiles, p. ex. registres à éléments basculants, p. ex. persiennes
A countertop freezer and systems and methods for removing moisture from a refrigeration system are provided. In some embodiments, the countertop freezer includes a bin. In some embodiments, the bin includes a removable insert that is adaptable to the type(s) of products to be sold. In some embodiments, the countertop freezer includes a sliding mechanism that causes the bin to slide outward as the door is opened. In some embodiments, the countertop freezer includes a lighting mechanism on the door that is modular/serviceable and shines light at an angle to allow the product to be illuminated both when the door is closed and when the door is opened.
F25D 17/06 - Dispositions pour la circulation des fluides de refroidissementDispositions pour la circulation de gaz, p. ex. d'air, dans les enceintes refroidies pour la circulation de gaz, p. ex. convection naturelle par circulation d'air forcée
A countertop freezer and systems and methods for removing moisture from a refrigeration system are provided. In some embodiments, the countertop freezer includes a bin. In some embodiments, the bin includes a removable insert that is adaptable to the type(s) of products to be sold. In some embodiments, the countertop freezer includes a sliding mechanism that causes the bin to slide outward as the door is opened. In some embodiments, the countertop freezer includes a lighting mechanism on the door that is modular/serviceable and shines light at an angle to allow the product to be illuminated both when the door is closed and when the door is opened.
Systems and methods for cold chain deliveries are provided. In some embodiments, a method of operating a tote to enable cold chain delivery, the method comprising one or more of: providing storage of one or more cold products in the tote in a micro-fulfillment center; facilitating a pick and pack process of one or more cold products where the one or more cold products are picked from a tote and/or are packed into a tote; and dispensing the one or more cold products using a tote. In this way, cold chain requirement compliance is improved while saving time, money, and energy.
G06Q 10/08 - Logistique, p. ex. entreposage, chargement ou distributionGestion d’inventaires ou de stocks
F25B 21/02 - Machines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet PeltierMachines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet Nernst-Ettinghausen
F25D 15/00 - Dispositifs associés à des machines frigorifiques, non couverts par les groupes ou , p. ex. les dispositifs mobiles non autonomes
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
Produits et services
Monitoring of temperature-controlled shipping containers for commercial purposes Providing an interactive web site featuring technology that allows users to monitor temperature-controlled shipping containers Temperature-controlled portable insulated shipping containers
Systems and methods for cold chain deliveries are provided. In some embodiments, a method of operating a tote to enable cold chain delivery, the method comprising one or more of: providing storage of one or more cold products in the tote in a micro-fulfillment center; facilitating a pick and pack process of one or more cold products where the one or more cold products are picked from a tote and/or are packed into a tote; and dispensing the one or more cold products using a tote. In this way, cold chain requirement compliance is improved while saving time, money, and energy.
B65G 1/137 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec des aménagements ou des moyens de commande automatique pour choisir les objets qui doivent être enlevés
32.
CONTROL SCHEME FOR BEVERAGE COOLERS OPTIMIZED FOR BEVERAGE QUALITY AND FAST PULLDOWN TIME
Systems and methods for an actively cooled container comprising: a power subsystem; an active cooling subsystem; and a control subsystem are provided. In some embodiments, the control subsystem is configured to: determine that additional cooling is needed; cause the active cooling subsystem to cool the actively cooled container below a lower limit; determine to end the additional cooling; and cause the active cooling subsystem to cool the actively cooled container at or above the lower limit. In this way, the best balance between a fast cooldown time and not damaging (e.g., through freezing) the product load (e.g., beverages), is achieved.
F25B 21/02 - Machines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet PeltierMachines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet Nernst-Ettinghausen
F25D 31/00 - Autres appareils de refroidissement ou de congélation
33.
HIGH RELIABILITY, MICROCHANNEL HEAT PIPE ARRAY FOR IMPROVED EFFICIENCY, SIMPLIFIED CHARGING/DISCHARGING AND LOW-COST MANUFACTURE
Systems and method for providing a micro-channel array are provided. In some embodiments, a micro-channel array includes a plurality of micro-channels having a first end and a second end; where at least one of the first end and the second end allows fluid connectivity between the plurality of micro-channels. In some embodiments, the micro-channel array includes external manifolding for fluid connectivity between the plurality of micro-channels. In some embodiments, the micro-channel array includes internal manifolding for fluid connectivity between the plurality of micro-channels. This may solve one of the largest causes of low yields and poor performance consistency in the production process while at the same time simplifying production and reducing production costs.
F28D 1/053 - Appareils échangeurs de chaleur comportant des ensembles de canalisations fixes pour une seule des sources de potentiel calorifique, les deux sources étant en contact chacune avec un côté de la paroi de la canalisation, dans lesquels l'autre source de potentiel calorifique est une grande masse de fluide, p. ex. radiateurs domestiques ou de moteur de voiture avec des canalisations d'échange de chaleur immergées dans la masse du fluide avec canalisations tubulaires les canalisations étant rectilignes
F28D 15/02 - Appareils échangeurs de chaleur dans lesquels l'agent intermédiaire de transfert de chaleur en tubes fermés passe dans ou à travers les parois des canalisations dans lesquels l'agent se condense et s'évapore, p. ex. tubes caloporteurs
F28F 1/02 - Éléments tubulaires de section transversale non circulaire
F28F 9/04 - Dispositions pour obturer des éléments dans les boîtes de distribution ou plaques d'extrémité
34.
CONTROL SCHEME FOR BEVERAGE COOLERS OPTIMIZED FOR BEVERAGE QUALITY AND FAST PULLDOWN TIME
Systems and methods for an actively cooled container comprising: a power subsystem; an active cooling subsystem; and a control subsystem are provided. In some embodiments, the control subsystem is configured to: determine that additional cooling is needed; cause the active cooling subsystem to cool the actively cooled container below a lower limit; determine to end the additional cooling; and cause the active cooling subsystem to cool the actively cooled container at or above the lower limit. In this way, the best balance between a fast cooldown time and not damaging (e.g., through freezing) the product load (e.g., beverages), is achieved.
Systems and method for providing a micro-channel array are provided. In some embodiments, a micro-channel array includes a plurality of micro-channels having a first end and a second end; where at least one of the first end and the second end allows fluid connectivity between the plurality of micro-channels. In some embodiments, the micro-channel array includes external manifolding for fluid connectivity between the plurality of micro-channels. In some embodiments, the micro-channel array includes internal manifolding for fluid connectivity between the plurality of micro-channels. This may solve one of the largest causes of low yields and poor performance consistency in the production process while at the same time simplifying production and reducing production costs.
F28F 9/16 - Dispositions pour obturer des éléments dans les boîtes de distribution ou plaques d'extrémité par joints permanents, p. ex. par dudgeonnage
F28F 9/02 - Boîtes de distributionPlaques d'extrémité
Systems and methods for modular power and access control for actively cooled containers are provided. In some embodiments, a mobile and/or stationary, modular, power system/dock for perishable storage/transport containers with active cooling functionality is provided to maintain a controlled internal temperature for extended periods. In some embodiments, this active cooling can include: thermoelectric (TEC), Stirling-cooler; and/or vapor compression. This can be in support of refrigerated or frozen cargos in (but not limited to) Cold chain, grocery (food), Pharma, Medical applications, or specialized customer requirements. The power system is useable with either mains, locally generated, and/or battery power. In some embodiments, the system includes a proximity sensor and/or switching system to control timing of power application and power removal to the food storage cooler to eliminate risk of arcing or shock.
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F25D 11/00 - Dispositifs autonomes déplaçables associés à des machines frigorifiques, p. ex. réfrigérateurs ménagers
37.
MODULAR POWER AND ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM FOR ACTIVELY COOLED (REFRIGERATED/FROZEN) PRODUCT STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION CONTAINER
Systems and methods for modular power and access control for actively cooled containers are provided. In some embodiments, a mobile and/or stationary, modular, power system/dock for perishable storage/transport containers with active cooling functionality is provided to maintain a controlled internal temperature for extended periods. In some embodiments, this active cooling can include: thermoelectric (TEC), Stirling-cooler; and/or vapor compression. This can be in support of refrigerated or frozen cargos in (but not limited to) Cold chain, grocery (food), Pharma, Medical applications, or specialized customer requirements. The power system is useable with either mains, locally generated, and/or battery power. In some embodiments, the system includes a proximity sensor and/or switching system to control timing of power application and power removal to the food storage cooler to eliminate risk of arcing or shock.
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F25D 11/00 - Dispositifs autonomes déplaçables associés à des machines frigorifiques, p. ex. réfrigérateurs ménagers
38.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FLUID-DYNAMIC ISOLATION OF ACTIVELY CONDITIONED AND RETURN AIR FLOW IN UNCONSTRAINED ENVIRONMENTS
Systems and methods are disclosed herein for fluid-dynamic isolation of actively conditioned and return air flow in unconstrained environments. In some embodiments, a system for fluid-dynamic isolation of actively conditioned and return air flow in an unconstrained environment includes: a heat pump subsystem configured to create a conditioned air circuit; and an air curtain subsystem configured to create an air curtain air circuit that isolates the conditioned air circuit from an environment that is external to the system. In this way, conditioned air can be provided in spaces that were impractical before. In addition, this might be done in an efficient way.
Systems and methods are disclosed herein for fluid-dynamic isolation of actively conditioned and return air flow in unconstrained environments. In some embodiments, a system for fluid-dynamic isolation of actively conditioned and return air flow in an unconstrained environment includes: a heat pump subsystem configured to create a conditioned air circuit; and an air curtain subsystem configured to create an air curtain air circuit that isolates the conditioned air circuit from an environment that is external to the system. In this way, conditioned air can be provided in spaces that were impractical before. In addition, this might be done in an efficient way.
Systems and methods for thermoelectric refrigerated/frozen product storage and transportation are provided. A cooler includes active thermoelectric cooling to maintain internal temperature within cold chain or customer requirements. The active cooler can be used for storage and transportation of refrigerated and frozen food stuffs, medical or biological products, etc. The active cooler maintains stable and uniform temperature control. A drop in module (e.g., removable/replaceable) can convert any insulated box to active cooling. This can be a commercial transport tote that provides high efficiency. The control logic can be enabled as an API to offer remote monitoring/control to utilize on board, wireless, and networked. A use profile can be customized, and a subscription software package can enable this. The solutions described herein can be used across the whole commercial spectrum and can be ready to integrate into large quantity fleet systems.
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B65D 81/18 - Réceptacles, éléments d'emballage ou paquets pour contenus présentant des problèmes particuliers de stockage ou de transport ou adaptés pour servir à d'autres fins que l'emballage après avoir été vidés de leur contenu fournissant une ambiance spécifique pour le contenu, p. ex. température supérieure ou inférieure à la température ambiante
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THERMOELECTRIC REFRIGERATED/FROZEN PRODUCT STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION COOLER
etce.ge.g., removable/replaceable) can convert any insulated box to active cooling. This can be a commercial transport tote that provides high efficiency. The control logic can be enabled as an API to offer remote monitoring/control to utilize on board, wireless, and networked. A use profile can be customized, and a subscription software package can enable this. The solutions described herein can be used across the whole commercial spectrum and can be ready to integrate into large quantity fleet systems.
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F25D 15/00 - Dispositifs associés à des machines frigorifiques, non couverts par les groupes ou , p. ex. les dispositifs mobiles non autonomes
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
Produits et services
Thermoelectric heat exchangers [parts of machines] for
electronics cooling; thermoelectric heat exchangers [parts
of machines] for refrigerators; thermoelectric heat
exchangers [parts of machines] for air conditioning. Electronic components in the nature of apparatus for
creating a temperature difference from electrical energy
according to the Peltier effect, namely, thermoelectric
cooling elements; electronic components in the nature of
apparatus for converting thermal energy to electrical energy
according to the Seebeck effect, namely, thermoelectric
converters; electronic components in the nature of
thermoelectric cooling modules; electronic components in the
nature of thermoelectric CPU coolers; semiconductors in the
nature of thermoelectric devices; semiconductors in the
nature of thermoelectric coolers; semiconductors in the
nature of thermoelectric generators; incubators for bacteria
cultures; laboratory equipment and supplies, namely,
incubators. Refrigerators; freezers; fridge-freezers; water coolers;
components for air conditioning and cooling systems, namely,
thermoelectric heat pumps; thermoelectric heat exchangers
not being parts of machines.
Corrosion resistant thermoelectric devices and methods of manufacturing them are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a corrosion resistant thermoelectric device includes a semiconductor layer; a corrosion resistant top metallization layer formed on a top surface of the semiconductor layer; and a corrosion resistant bottom metallization layer formed on a bottom surface of the semiconductor layer, where the bottom surface of the semiconductor layer is opposite of the top surface of the semiconductor layer. In this way, the corrosion resistance of the device is provided by the intrinsic properties of the materials used rather than provided by the packaging or a surface coating. As such, the corrosion protection can be ensured and verified by control of the materials used to construct the device. This approach is also less susceptible to damage from shipment, handling, integration, attachment, and assembly operations because the corrosion protection is intrinsic to the materials used in construction.
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09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
Produits et services
Electronic components in the nature of apparatus for creating a temperature difference from electrical energy according to the Peltier effect, namely, thermoelectric cooling elements; electronic components in the nature of apparatus for converting thermal energy to electrical energy according to the Seebeck effect, namely, thermoelectric converters; electronic components in the nature of thermoelectric cooling modules; electronic components in the nature of thermoelectric CPU coolers; semiconductors in the nature of thermoelectric devices; semiconductors in the nature of thermoelectric coolers; semiconductors in the nature of thermoelectric generators; incubators for bacteria cultures; laboratory equipment and supplies, namely, incubators Refrigerators; freezers; fridge-freezers; components for air conditioning and cooling systems, namely, thermoelectric heat pumps; thermoelectric heat exchangers not being parts of machines
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TRANSISTOR OUTLINE (TO) CAN PACKAGE WITH INTEGRATED THERMOELECTRIC COOLER
Embodiments of a Transistor Outline (TO) can package having an integrated Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC) and methods of manufacturing a TO can package having an integrated TEC are disclosed. In some embodiments, a TO can package comprises a TO header and a TEC on a surface of the TO header. The TEC comprises an insulation layer on a surface of the TO header, where the insulation layer has a thickness that is less than 100 micrometers and comprises one or more thermally and electrically conductive materials. The TEC further comprises a plurality of thermoelectric devices on a surface of the insulation layer opposite the TO header. The thin insulation layer, as opposed to a relatively thick bottom header of a stand-alone TEC, enables taller N-type and P-type legs for the thermoelectric devices, and thus a higher Coefficient of Performance (COP), within a given height for the TEC.
A solid-state switch architecture for multi-mode operation of a thermoelectric device and a method of operating such a device are provided herein. The switch architecture includes one or more inputs operable to receive power from one or more power supplies. The switch architecture also includes multiple outputs operable to provide power to respective channels of the thermoelectric device. The switch architecture also includes multiple solid-state switches operable to connect the one or more inputs to the outputs and a controller operable to toggle the solid-state switches to provide multiple modes of operation of the thermoelectric device. In this way, the thermoelectric device can be operated in a more efficient way while decreasing the size and increasing the reliability of the switch architecture. Also, this may allow the use of standard and less expensive power supplies. This may result in a significant reduction in cost and an increase in reliability.
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48.
THERMOELECTRIC HEAT PUMP CASCADE USING MULTIPLE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS WITH THERMOELECTRIC MODULES
A thermoelectric heat pump cascade and a method of manufacturing such are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a thermoelectric heat pump cascade includes a first stage plurality of thermoelectric devices attached to a first stage circuit board and a first stage thermal interface material between the thermoelectric devices and the heat spreading lid over the thermoelectric devices. The thermoelectric heat pump cascade component also includes a second stage plurality of thermoelectric devices attached to a second stage circuit board where the second stage plurality of thermoelectric devices has a greater heat pumping capacity than the first stage plurality of thermoelectric devices, and a second stage thermal interface material between the second stage plurality of thermoelectric devices and the first stage plurality of thermoelectric devices. In this way, a greater temperature difference can be achieved while allowing for protection of the thermoelectric devices, simplifying design, and improving reliability of the product.
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A metal core thermoelectric device and a method of manufacturing such a device are provided herein. In some embodiments, a thermoelectric heat exchanger component includes a metal core circuit board and thermoelectric legs that are attached to the metal core circuit board. A top header is attached to the thermoelectric legs opposite the metal core circuit board. A top heat spreading lid is thermally connected to the top header. In this way, the thermoelectric heat exchanger component does not need the bottom header, bottom side thermal interface material, bottom side attach material, and/or bottom heat spreading lid. This may result in a significant reduction in materials and/or the processing steps required to create the thermoelectric heat exchanger component being greatly simplified. In some embodiments, at least some steps of the manufacturing may use standard surface mount technology equipment.
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A micro-climate control system includes a thermoelectric system integrated with a fan assembly. The thermoelectric system is operable to actively cool or heat air as the air passes through the fan assembly. The thermoelectric system includes a thermoelectric heat pump, a heat reject subsystem, and a heat accept subsystem. The fan assembly is operable to draw air from a space to be conditioned and output conditioned air passed through one of the heat reject subsystem and the heat accept subsystem to the space to be conditioned and output air passed through the other away from the space to be conditioned. In this way, the micro-climate control system may provide localized comfort, while allowing a larger climate control system to maintain a more efficient temperature set point. In this way, the overall energy consumption may be reduced while providing the same level of effective comfort.
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F24F 1/00 - Climatiseurs individuels pour le conditionnement de l'air, p. ex. éléments séparés ou monoblocs ou éléments recevant l'air primaire d'une station centrale
F24F 12/00 - Utilisation de systèmes à récupération d'énergie dans le conditionnement de l'air, la ventilation ou la formation d'écrans d'air
A micro-climate control system includes a thermoelectric system integrated with a fan assembly. The thermoelectric system is operable to actively cool or heat air as the air passes through the fan assembly. The thermoelectric system includes a thermoelectric heat pump, a heat reject subsystem, and a heat accept subsystem. The fan assembly is operable to draw air from a space to be conditioned and output conditioned air passed through one of the heat reject subsystem and the heat accept subsystem to the space to be conditioned and output air passed through the other away from the space to be conditioned. In this way, the micro-climate control system may provide localized comfort, while allowing a larger climate control system to maintain a more efficient temperature set point. In this way, the overall energy consumption may be reduced while providing the same level of effective comfort.
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F24F 5/00 - Systèmes ou appareils de conditionnement d'air non couverts par ou
A thermoelectric device with multiple headers and a method of manufacturing such a device are provided herein. In some embodiments, a thermoelectric device includes multiple thermoelectric legs, a cold header thermally attached to the thermoelectric legs, and a hot header thermally attached to the thermoelectric legs opposite the cold header. At least one of the cold header and the hot header includes at least one score line. According to some embodiments disclosed herein, this the thermal stress on the thermoelectric device can be greatly reduced or relieved by splitting the header into multiple pieces or by scoring the header by a depth X. This enables the use of larger thermoelectric devices and/or thermoelectric devices with an increased lifespan.
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H01L 35/34 - Procédés ou appareils spécialement adaptés à la fabrication ou au traitement de ces dispositifs ou de leurs parties constitutives
A hybrid Vapor Compression (VC) and Thermoelectric (TE) heat transport system is provided that maintains a set point temperature range of a chamber and includes a VC system and a TE system. The VC system includes a compressor (20), a condenser-evaporator (22) connected to the compressor, a first valve (24) connecting the compressor to an evaporator-condenser (26), and a second valve (28) connecting the evaporator-condenser to a thermal expansion valve (30). The TE system includes TE modules (32), a first heat exchanger (36) thermally connected with a first side of the TE modules which connects the first valve and the second valve, and a second heat exchanger (34) thermally connected with a second side of the TE modules which connects the first valve and the second valve. In this way, the VC system and the TE system can be operated individually, in series, or in parallel to increase the efficiency of the hybrid VC and TE heat transport system.
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F25B 25/00 - Machines, installations ou systèmes utilisant une combinaison des principes de fonctionnement compris dans plusieurs des groupes
F25B 13/00 - Machines, installations ou systèmes à compression, à cycle réversible
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56.
Hybrid vapor compression/thermoelectric heat transport system
A hybrid Vapor Compression (VC) and Thermoelectric (TE) heat transport system is provided that maintains a set point temperature range of a chamber and includes a VC system and a TE system. The VC system includes a compressor, a condenser-evaporator connected to the compressor, a first valve connecting the compressor to an evaporator-condenser, and a second valve connecting the evaporator-condenser to a thermal expansion valve. The TE system includes TE modules, a first heat exchanger thermally connected with a first side of the TE modules which connects the first valve and the second valve, and a second heat exchanger thermally connected with a second side of the TE modules which connects the first valve and the second valve. In this way, the VC system and the TE system can be operated individually, in series, or in parallel to increase the efficiency of the hybrid VC and TE heat transport system.
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57.
Systems and methods for operating a thermoelectric module to increase efficiency
Systems and methods for operating a thermoelectric module to increase efficiency are disclosed. In some embodiments, a method of operating a thermoelectric module includes determining a first amount of power that would maximize a coefficient of performance of the thermoelectric module based on one or more system parameters and providing the first amount of power to the thermoelectric module. The method also includes determining that at least one of the one or more system parameters has changed, determining a second amount of power that would maximize the coefficient of performance of the thermoelectric module based on the one or more system parameters, and providing the second amount of power to the thermoelectric module. In some embodiments, adjusting the amount of power provided based on the one or more system parameters increases the efficiency of the thermoelectric module.
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H01L 35/34 - Procédés ou appareils spécialement adaptés à la fabrication ou au traitement de ces dispositifs ou de leurs parties constitutives
58.
Systems and methods for mitigating heat rejection limitations of a thermoelectric module
Systems and methods for mitigating heat rejection limitations of a thermoelectric module are disclosed. In some embodiments, a method of operating a thermoelectric module includes providing a first amount of power to the thermoelectric module and determining that a temperature of a hot side of the thermoelectric module is above a first threshold. The method also includes, in response to determining that the temperature of the hot side is above the first threshold, providing a second amount of power to the thermoelectric module that is less than the first amount of power. The method also includes determining that the temperature of the hot side of the thermoelectric module is below a second threshold and providing a third amount of power to the thermoelectric module. In some embodiments, this mitigates heat rejection limitations of the thermoelectric module, especially when the hot side of the thermoelectric module is passively cooled.
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59.
High-efficiency power conversion architecture for driving a thermoelectric cooler in energy conscious applications
Systems and methods are disclosed herein relating to an Alternating Current-Direct Current (AC-DC) power conversion system for supplying power to one or more Thermoelectric Coolers (TECs). In some embodiments, a system comprises one or more TECs and an AC-DC power conversion system configured to supply power to the one or more TECs for a high efficiency mode of operation and a high heat pumping mode of operation. The AC-DC power conversion system comprises a first AC-DC power converter configured to convert an AC input to a DC output at a first output power level for the high efficiency mode of operation of the one or more TECs. The AC-DC power conversion system further comprises a second AC-DC power converter configured to convert the AC input to a DC output at a second output power level for the high heat pumping mode of operation of the one or more TECs.
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G05D 23/19 - Commande de la température caractérisée par l'utilisation de moyens électriques
H02M 7/23 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant alternatif en une puissance de sortie en courant continu sans possibilité de réversibilité par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs agencés pour la marche en parallèle
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60.
Mechanism for mitigating high heat-flux conditions in a thermosiphon evaporator or condenser
The present disclosure relates to systems, devices, and methods that augment a thermosiphon system with a thermally conductive matrix material to increase the surface area to volume ratio for heat conduction at a predetermined region(s) of the thermosiphon system while minimizing capillary forces that are isolated to those region(s). The thermosiphon system has tubing including a condenser region, an evaporator region, and an adiabatic region (e.g., a region between the condenser and evaporator regions). The tubing can contain a heat transport medium and can provide passive two-phase transport of the heat transport medium between the condenser and evaporator regions according to thermosiphon principles. The system also includes a thermally conductive matrix material contained in the condenser region and/or the evaporator region but not in the adiabatic region, such that the thermally conductive matrix material increases a surface area for heat transfer in the condenser region and/or the evaporator region.
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Embodiments of a low resistivity ohmic contact are disclosed. In some embodiments, a method of fabricating a low resistivity ohmic contact includes providing a semiconductor material layer and intentionally roughening the semiconductor material layer to create a characteristic surface roughness. The method also includes providing an ohmic contact metal layer on a surface of the semiconductor material layer and providing a diffusion barrier metal layer on a surface of the ohmic contact metal layer opposite the semiconductor material layer. In this way, the adhesive force between the semiconductor material layer and the ohmic contact metal layer may be increased.
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H01L 35/16 - Emploi d'un matériau spécifié pour les bras de la jonction utilisant des compositions inorganiques comprenant du tellure, du sélénium, ou du soufre
62.
Thermoelectric heat pump with a surround and spacer (SAS) structure
A heat pump includes a SAS structure with a wall defining a first open side and a second open side. The heat pump also includes an interconnect board, enclosed within the SAS structure including openings. Thermoelectric modules are mounted on the interconnect board at the locations defined by the openings. The heat pump additionally includes a hot-side heat spreader that is in thermal contact with the first side of each thermoelectric module and a cold-side heat spreader that is in thermal contact with the second side of each thermoelectric module. The periphery of the hot-side heat spreader mechanically contacts the wall of the SAS structure at the first open side, and the periphery of the cold-side heat spreader mechanically contacts the wall of the SAS structure at the second open side such that any compression force applied to the heat pump is absorbed by the SAS structure.
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63.
Enhanced heat transport systems for cooling chambers and surfaces
At least one forced convection unit added to a passive heat transport system is operated during transient heat loading periods but not operated under steady state conditions for cooling and maintaining a set point temperature of a chamber or surface. Forced convection is selectively employed based on temperature data and/or set point temperature values. A reject heat transport system includes first and second reject heat sinks each coupled via main and crossover transport tubes to first and second reject heat exchangers, permitting both heat sinks to dissipate heat from first and second thermoelectric heat pumps regardless of whether the first, the second, or the first and second heat pumps are in operation.
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09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
Produits et services
Thermoelectric heat exchangers not being parts of machines; Thermoelectric heat exchangers for electronics cooling Electronic components in the nature of apparatus for creating a temperature difference from electrical energy according to the Peltier effect, namely, thermoelectric cooling elements Thermoelectric refrigerators
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
Produits et services
Thermoelectric heat exchangers for refrigerators; Thermoelectric heat exchangers for air conditioning Electronic components in the nature of thin-wafer thermoelectric cooling modules; Semiconductors in the nature of thin-wafer thermoelectric devices; Semiconductors in the nature of thin-wafer thermoelectric coolers Thermoelectric refrigerator for commercial purposes; Components for air conditioning and cooling systems, namely, thermoelectric heat pump
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Physically separated hot side and cold side heat sinks in a thermoelectric refrigeration system
A thermoelectric system includes a cooling chamber and a thermoelectric heat exchange system. The thermoelectric heat exchange system includes a hot side heat sink, a cold side heat sink that is physically separated from the hot side heat sink, and a heat conduit that thermally couples the hot side heat sink and the cold side heat sink.
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F25B 21/00 - Machines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques
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Systems and methods to mitigate heat leak back in a thermoelectric refrigeration system
A thermoelectric refrigeration system includes a heat exchanger that includes a cold side heat sink and a hot side heat sink. The thermoelectric refrigeration system also includes a heat exchange loop coupled to one of the cold side heat sink and the hot side heat sink, the heat exchange loop operating according to thermosiphon principles to provide passive two-phase transport of a working fluid through the heat exchange loop. The thermoelectric refrigeration system also includes thermal insulation that thermally insulates the heat exchanger from a cooling chamber of the thermoelectric refrigeration system or an environment that is external to the thermoelectric refrigeration system.
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Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to controlling multiple Thermoelectric Coolers (TECs) to maintain a set point temperature of a chamber. In one embodiment, a controller receives temperature data corresponding to a temperature of the chamber. Based on the temperature data, the controller selectively controls two or more subsets of the TECs to maintain the temperature of the chamber at a desired set point temperature. In this manner, the controller is enabled to control the TECs such that the TECs operate to efficiently maintain the temperature of the chamber at the set point temperature. In another embodiment, the controller selects one or more control schemes enabled by the controller based on temperature data and a desired performance profile. The controller then independently controls one or more subsets of the TECs according to the selected control scheme(s).
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Thermoelectric refrigeration system control scheme for high efficiency performance
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F25B 21/02 - Machines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet PeltierMachines, installations ou systèmes utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques utilisant l'effet Nernst-Ettinghausen
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Thermoelectric heat exchange system comprising cascaded cold side heat sinks
A thermoelectric refrigeration system including at least one cooling chamber and a thermoelectric heat exchange system. The thermoelectric heat exchange system includes cascaded heat sinks. The cascaded heat sinks include cascaded cold side heat sinks and a hot side heat sink. The cascaded cold side heat sinks include a first cold side heat sink and a second cold side heat sink. The thermoelectric heat exchange system also includes a first plurality of thermoelectric coolers disposed between the first cold side heat sink and the second cold side heat sink and a second plurality of thermoelectric coolers disposed between the second cold side heat sink and the hot side heat sink. Each thermoelectric cooler is a module including multiple thermoelectric devices.
F25D 21/02 - Détection de la présence de givre ou de condensat
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A two-phase heat exchanger includes a hot side heat sink, a cold side heat sink, and one or more thermoelectric modules disposed between the hot side heat sink and the cold sink heat sink such that hot sides of the one or more thermoelectric modules are thermally coupled to the hot side heat sink and cold sides of the one or more thermoelectric modules are thermally coupled to the cold side heat sink. The two-phase heat exchanger is configured to be mounted at an angle from vertical.
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Thermoelectric heat exchanger component including protective heat spreading lid and optimal thermal interface resistance
A thermoelectric heat exchanger component includes a circuit board and multiple thermoelectric devices attached to the circuit board. Heights of at least two of the thermoelectric devices are different due to, for example, tolerances in a manufacturing process for the thermoelectric devices. The thermoelectric heat exchanger component also includes a first heat spreading lid over a first surface of the thermoelectric devices and a second heat spreading lid over a second surface of the thermoelectric devices. A thermal interface material is present between each one of the thermoelectric devices and the first and second heat spreading lids. The first heat spreading lid and the second heat spreading lid are oriented such that the thickness of the thermal interface material, and thus a thermal interface resistance, is optimized for the thermoelectric devices.
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H05K 1/18 - Circuits imprimés associés structurellement à des composants électriques non imprimés
H01L 23/48 - Dispositions pour conduire le courant électrique vers le ou hors du corps à l'état solide pendant son fonctionnement, p. ex. fils de connexion ou bornes
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