Case side plate, host and side plate trepanning control method

Abstract

The invention discloses a case side plate, a host and a side plate opening control method, and relates to the technical field of host heat dissipation, the case side plate comprises: a side plate provided with a plurality of openings; the multiple hole blocking mechanisms are all arranged on the first side face of the side plate and correspondingly located beside the multiple open holes, the hole blocking mechanisms are connected with baffles matched with the open holes, and the baffles can be driven by the hole blocking mechanisms to move so as to adjust the opening degrees of the open holes; and the control device is in signal connection with the multiple hole blocking mechanisms and can independently control the hole blocking mechanisms so as to selectively adjust the opening degree of all or part of the holes. According to the case side plate, the ventilation quantity can be flexibly adjusted according to hardware specifications and heating conditions, and meanwhile, the dustproof performance of a host is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of host heat dissipation technology, and in particular to a chassis side panel, host, and side panel opening control method. Background Technology

[0002] As host performance continues to improve, the power consumption and heat generation of hardware (such as CPU, GPU, and power supply) increase significantly. Moreover, the dense arrangement of hardware in a limited space exacerbates heat accumulation.

[0003] Traditional computer cases typically feature side panel openings in a regular array of circular or hexagonal holes. While this meets basic ventilation and heat dissipation needs, it doesn't allow for adjustments to airflow based on different hardware configurations and heat generation. This can easily lead to heat buildup inside the case, resulting in localized overheating and airflow dead zones. Furthermore, it lacks compatibility with different hardware configurations, hindering hardware upgrades and replacements, and cannot be customized for diverse usage scenarios such as gaming and office work. In addition, the fixed openings on the side panel allow large amounts of dust to enter, potentially damaging the hardware.

[0004] It is evident that how to ensure both heat dissipation and ventilation for hosts with various hardware configurations and dust prevention is a problem that needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a chassis side panel that can flexibly adjust the ventilation volume according to hardware specifications and heat generation, while increasing the dustproof performance of the host.

[0006] Another object of the present invention is to provide a host computer including a chassis side panel, and a method for controlling the opening of the side panel applied to the host computer.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, embodiments of the present invention provide a chassis side panel, comprising:

[0008] The side panel has multiple openings;

[0009] Multiple hole-blocking mechanisms are provided on the first side of the side plate and are located on the side of the multiple openings. Each hole-blocking mechanism is connected to a baffle that matches the opening. The baffle can move under the drive of the hole-blocking mechanism to adjust the opening degree of the opening.

[0010] The control device is signal-connected to multiple of the hole-blocking mechanisms and can be individually controlled to selectively adjust the opening degree of all or part of the opening.

[0011] On the other hand, the side plate is provided with multiple rows of openings at intervals along the first direction, and each row of openings includes multiple openings at intervals along the second direction, and the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0012] On the other hand, the side plate is provided with multiple rows of hole-blocking mechanisms at intervals along the first direction, each row of hole-blocking mechanisms including multiple hole-blocking mechanisms, and the multiple hole-blocking mechanisms and the multiple openings in the row of openings corresponding to them are staggered along the second direction.

[0013] On the other hand, the hole-blocking mechanism includes a main rod disposed on the first side, a connecting rod disposed on the baffle, and a driver. One end of the main rod and the end of the connecting rod away from the baffle are rotatably connected around the same axis. The driver is connected to the axis. The connecting rod can drive the baffle to rotate under the drive of the driver, and the baffle has an opening in its rotation path.

[0014] On the other hand, when the connecting rod is in its natural state, the connecting rod and the main rod form an I-shaped structure and extend along the first direction. When the connecting rod rotates to the maximum stroke position, the connecting rod and the main rod form an L-shaped structure and drive the baffle to completely cover the opening.

[0015] On the other hand, the control device includes a plurality of controllers all disposed on the first side, and each controller is signal-connected to a plurality of drivers in the same row.

[0016] On the other hand, the first side is provided with a plurality of fixing rods corresponding to the multiple rows of openings, each fixing rod extending along the second direction and connecting one of the controllers and the other end of the plurality of main rods in the same row.

[0017] On the other hand, a snap-fit ​​component is provided around the periphery of the first side, which is used to snap onto the edge of one side opening of the chassis body.

[0018] A host computer includes a chassis body and a chassis side panel as described in any of the above claims. The side panel is located at one side opening of the chassis body and its first side faces the interior of the chassis body. The interior of the chassis body is provided with a temperature sensor group for monitoring the real-time temperature of multiple areas inside the host computer and transmitting the data to the control device.

[0019] A side panel opening control method, applied to the aforementioned host, the side panel opening control method comprising:

[0020] Obtain the real-time total temperature and local area temperature within the host;

[0021] When the real-time total temperature inside the host exceeds the first total temperature threshold, control all the openings to open.

[0022] When the real-time total temperature inside the host does not exceed the second total temperature threshold, control all the openings to close completely;

[0023] When the real-time total temperature inside the host does not exceed the first total temperature threshold but exceeds the second total temperature threshold, all the openings are controlled to open, and the opening value corresponds to the real-time total temperature.

[0024] When the temperature in a local area within the host exceeds a first local temperature threshold, the openings located near the local area are all opened.

[0025] When the temperature of a local area within the host does not exceed the second local temperature threshold, the openings located near the local area are all closed.

[0026] When the temperature of a local area within the host does not exceed a first local temperature threshold but exceeds a second local temperature threshold, the opening portion located near the local area is controlled to open, and the opening value corresponds to the temperature of the local area.

[0027] As can be seen from the above technical solution, the side panel of the chassis has multiple openings, and each opening has a baffle mechanism connected to a baffle on its side. The baffle mechanism is connected to a control device, and the user can control the operation of the baffle mechanism through the control device, so that the baffle mechanism drives the baffle to move to close and open the opening. Moreover, the opening degree can be adjusted by controlling the displacement of the baffle, thereby changing the ventilation level inside the host and making the temperature inside the host adjustable. At the same time, different baffle mechanisms are connected to the control device and can be controlled individually, thus enabling targeted ventilation control inside the host.

[0028] In a further embodiment, the host computer equipped with the aforementioned chassis side panel is equipped with a temperature sensor group connected to the control device. When the chassis side panel is used in real-time by the host computer, to meet the heat dissipation and ventilation needs of different hardware configurations, the position of the baffle mechanism can be adjusted according to the actual temperature inside the host computer to adjust the opening degree of the openings, thus achieving the effect of fully opening the openings, partial ventilation, and complete closure. For example, when the temperature inside the host computer increases, it means that the CPU and other hardware inside the host computer are under high load and internal heat dissipation is difficult. At this time, all the baffle mechanisms can be controlled to move their corresponding baffles, so that all the openings are fully opened to achieve efficient heat dissipation. When the host computer is turned off, it means that the CPU and other hardware inside the host computer are idle and there is no internal heat dissipation requirement. At this time, all the baffle mechanisms can be controlled to move their corresponding baffles, so that all the openings are fully closed, achieving an effective dust prevention effect when the host computer is idle. When the temperature rises in a local area of ​​the host computer, the baffle mechanisms corresponding to some openings near the local high-temperature area can also be controlled to partially open the openings. The opening degree of the openings can be adjusted to a suitable value according to the temperature to ensure uniform heat dissipation inside the host computer.

[0029] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: All openings on the side panel of the chassis can be flexibly adjusted in opening degree according to heat dissipation requirements. This means users can flexibly choose to open or close all or some of the openings, and the opening degree can also be flexibly adjusted. Therefore, in terms of heat dissipation, the opening and closing of all or some areas of the openings can be controlled according to the internal temperature of the host, thereby achieving efficient heat dissipation while ensuring uniform heat dissipation. In terms of compatibility, the opening degree of the openings on the side panel can be adjusted according to different hardware configurations of the host. For example, for hosts with high-performance hardware configurations, the opening degree can be increased, thereby meeting the diverse ventilation needs of host heat dissipation under different hardware configurations and achieving high compatibility of host utilization. In terms of dust prevention, when the host is idle, all openings can be opened or closed to reduce dust entering the host, thereby enhancing the host's dustproof performance. Attached Figure Description

[0030] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0031] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a host provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a chassis side panel provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 3 for Figure 2A partial schematic diagram of the chassis side panel is shown;

[0034] Figure 4 for Figure 2 The diagram shows all the openings on the side panel of the chassis open.

[0035] Figure 5 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the opening portion of the chassis side panel.

[0036] Figure 6 for Figure 2 The diagram shown shows all openings on the side panel of the chassis closed.

[0037] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0038] 1-Chassis body; 2-Side panel; 21-Opening; 22-Blocking mechanism; 221-Main rod; 222-Connecting rod; 223-Driver; 23-Baffle; 24-Controller; 25-Fixing rod; 26-Snap-fit ​​component. Detailed Implementation

[0039] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0040] It should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. The terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly, for example, they can be fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can be mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can be direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; they can be internal connections between two elements. The terms "parallel," "perpendicular," and "equal" include the described situation and situations similar to the described situation, the range of which is within an acceptable deviation range, wherein the acceptable deviation range is determined by those skilled in the art taking into account the measurement under discussion and the error associated with the measurement of a particular quantity (i.e., the limitations of the measurement system). For example, "parallel" includes absolute parallelism and approximate parallelism, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate parallelism can be, for example, within 5°; "perpendicular" includes absolute perpendicularity and approximate perpendicularity, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate perpendicularity can also be, for example, within 5°. "Equal" includes absolute equality and approximate equality, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate equality can be, for example, a difference between the two equal items being less than or equal to 5% of either one. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0042] Next, a chassis side panel provided by an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail, including a side panel 2, a plurality of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 and a control device.

[0043] The side plate 2 is provided with multiple openings 21; multiple hole-blocking mechanisms 22 are provided on the first side of the side plate 2 and are located on the side of the multiple openings 21 respectively. The hole-blocking mechanism 22 is connected to a baffle 23 that is matched with the opening of the opening 21. The baffle 23 can move under the drive of the hole-blocking mechanism 22 to adjust the opening degree of the opening 21; the control device is connected to the multiple hole-blocking mechanisms 22 by signal and can be controlled individually to selectively adjust the opening degree of all or part of the openings 21.

[0044] It should be noted that, as Figure 1As shown, the side panel of the chassis is applied to the host. The side panel 2 is set on one side opening of the chassis body 1, and the first side of the side panel 2 faces the inside of the host. The side panel 2 mainly serves to shield the inside of the host and to facilitate ventilation and heat dissipation of the host.

[0045] In this embodiment, the side panel 2 is provided with multiple openings 21. The number of openings 21 needs to be determined according to the specific size of the side panel 2. Under the premise of ensuring that the structural strength of the chassis side panel is not affected, the side panel 2 is preferably provided with more openings 21, thereby providing more channels for heat dissipation inside the host and effectively improving the ventilation capacity of the host, that is, effectively improving the heat dissipation effect of the host.

[0046] In this embodiment, a plurality of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 are provided on the first side of the side plate 2. When used on the host, the plurality of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 are located inside the host, avoiding interference from external environmental factors (such as dust or liquid) that could affect the service life. The plurality of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 are located on the side of the plurality of openings 21, that is, a hole-blocking mechanism 22 is provided on the side of each opening 21. The hole-blocking mechanism 22 is connected to a baffle 23. In a specific embodiment, the baffle 23 is attached to the first side of the side plate 2. The hole-blocking mechanism 22 moves the baffle 23 to the opening 21 to block or expose the opening 21, thereby achieving a proper fit between the baffle 23 and the opening 21. Moreover, the hole-blocking mechanism 22 can adjust the opening degree of the opening 21 by controlling the amount of movement of the baffle 23.

[0047] In this embodiment, as described above, the hole-blocking mechanism 22 is equivalent to an actuator, acting as the driving source for the baffle 23 to move. Each hole-blocking mechanism 22 is signal-connected to a control device, which acts as a command center for a computer. The user can send commands to each hole-blocking mechanism 22 through the control device, thereby controlling the movement of the baffle 23 and thus the opening degree of the opening 21. The control device is preferably located on the first side of the side plate 2 for easy wiring between multiple hole-blocking mechanisms 22, avoiding long and messy wiring over long distances.

[0048] Therefore, when the chassis side panel is used in real-time with the host, in order to meet the heat dissipation and ventilation needs of the host with different hardware configurations, the position of the baffle 23 can be adjusted according to the actual temperature inside the host by controlling the baffle mechanism 22, thereby adjusting the opening degree of the opening 21. This achieves the effect of the opening 21 being fully open, partially ventilated, or completely closed. Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown. For example, when the temperature inside the host increases, it means that the CPU and other hardware inside the host are under high load and internal heat dissipation is difficult. At this time, all the hole blocking mechanisms 22 can be controlled to move their corresponding baffles 23, so that all the openings 21 are fully opened to achieve efficient heat dissipation. When the host is turned off, it means that the CPU and other hardware inside the host are idle and there is no internal heat dissipation requirement. At this time, all the hole blocking mechanisms 22 can be controlled to move their corresponding baffles 23, so that all the openings 21 are fully closed, achieving an effective dust prevention effect when the host is idle. When the temperature of a local area of ​​the host rises, some of the hole blocking mechanisms 22 corresponding to some of the openings 21 near the local high temperature area can also be controlled to open some of the openings 21. The opening degree of the openings 21 can be adjusted to a suitable value according to the temperature to ensure uniform heat dissipation inside the host.

[0049] The beneficial effects of this embodiment are as follows: All openings 21 on the side panel of the chassis can be flexibly adjusted according to heat dissipation requirements. Users can flexibly choose to open or close all or some of the openings 21, and the opening degree of the openings 21 can also be flexibly adjusted. Therefore, in terms of heat dissipation, the opening and closing of all or some areas of the openings 21 can be controlled according to the internal temperature of the host, thereby achieving efficient heat dissipation of the host while ensuring uniform heat dissipation. In terms of compatibility, the opening degree of the openings 21 on the side panel 2 can be adjusted according to different hardware configurations of the host. For example, for hosts with high-performance hardware configurations, the opening degree of the openings 21 can be increased, thereby meeting the diverse ventilation needs of the host under different hardware configurations, achieving high compatibility of the host, and also representing the ability to meet the needs of host hardware upgrades and replacements. It can be personalized according to diverse usage scenarios such as gaming and office work. In terms of dust prevention, when the host is idle, all openings 21 can be opened or closed to reduce dust entering the host, thereby enhancing the host's dust prevention performance.

[0050] Based on the above embodiments, as a preferred option, please refer to... Figure 2 The side plate 2 is provided with multiple rows of openings 21 at intervals along the first direction. Each row of openings 21 includes multiple openings 21 at intervals along the second direction, and the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0051] In this embodiment, the first direction is the length direction of the side plate 2, and the second direction is the width direction of the side plate 2. Multiple rows of openings 21 are spaced apart along the length direction of the side plate 2, with each row including multiple openings 21. These multiple openings 21 are spaced apart along the width direction of the side plate 2. This arrangement has the following effects: Effect 1: It allows the side plate 2 to form a matrix arrangement of openings 21 with high density, maximizing the utilization of the first side surface area of ​​the side plate 2. That is, the openings 21 cover most of the area of ​​the side plate 2 and are evenly distributed, allowing cold air to enter the host from various areas of the side plate 2 (or hot air to exit the host), improving airflow uniformity and ensuring that all heat-generating hardware inside the host (such as the CPU, GPU, and power supply) can obtain sufficient cold air, thereby improving the uniformity of heat dissipation. Effect 2: The matrix arrangement of openings 21 allows more material to remain on the side plate 2, ensuring sufficient structural strength. Effect 3: The matrix arrangement of openings 21 can disperse airflow more evenly, avoiding excessively concentrated airflow that could lead to excessive wind noise (i.e., noise generation).

[0052] In one specific embodiment, the second side of the side plate 2 (facing the outside of the host) is provided with a filter screen covering multiple openings 21. When the host is running, the filter screen prevents most of the dust from entering the host. When the host is idle, the baffle 23 blocks the openings 21, thereby greatly improving the dustproof performance of the host.

[0053] Based on the above embodiments, as a preferred option, please refer to... Figure 2 The side plate 2 is provided with multiple rows of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 at intervals along the first direction. Each row of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 includes multiple hole-blocking mechanisms 22 corresponding to multiple rows of openings 21, and the multiple hole-blocking mechanisms 22 and the multiple openings 21 in the row of openings 21 corresponding to them are staggered along the second direction.

[0054] In this embodiment, the side plate 2 is provided with multiple rows of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 at intervals along its length. The number of rows of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 is the same as the number of rows of openings 21 and they correspond one-to-one. Each row of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 includes multiple hole-blocking mechanisms 22, and the multiple hole-blocking mechanisms 22 and the multiple openings 21 in the corresponding row of openings 21 are staggered along the width direction of the side plate 2. This arrangement has two effects: First, it allows the side plate 2 to also form a matrix arrangement of hole-blocking mechanisms 22, so that the hole-blocking mechanisms 22 are arranged in an orderly manner and corresponding to the openings 21. Second, along the width direction of the side plate 2, there is an opening 21 between two adjacent hole-blocking mechanisms 22, and the distance between two adjacent hole-blocking mechanisms 22 is large, which avoids interference between the hole-blocking mechanism 22 and the adjacent hole-blocking mechanism 22 during operation, and ensures the safe and reliable operation of the hole-blocking mechanism 22.

[0055] Based on the above embodiments, as a preferred option, please refer to... Figure 3The hole-blocking mechanism 22 includes a main rod 221 on the first side, a connecting rod 222 on the baffle 23, and a driver 223. One end of the main rod 221 and the end of the connecting rod 222 away from the baffle 23 are rotatably connected around the same axis. The driver 223 is connected to the axis. The connecting rod 222 can drive the baffle 23 to rotate under the drive of the driver 223, and the baffle 23 has an opening 21 in its rotation path.

[0056] In this embodiment, the main rod 221 is fixed to the first side of the side plate 2. In the hole-blocking mechanism 22, the main rod 221 mainly plays the role of fixed support. The shape of the baffle 23 is adapted to the opening 21. A connecting rod 222 is integrally provided around the periphery of the baffle 23. The end of the connecting rod 222 away from the baffle 23 is rotatably connected to the end of the main rod 221 around the same axis. That is, the connecting rod 222 is hinged to the main rod 221. The axis is connected to the driver 223. The driver 223 is signal connected to the control device. After the driver 223 obtains the control command, it can drive the connecting rod 222 to rotate around the axis. Then the connecting rod 222 drives the baffle 23 to rotate. Since the opening 21 is located in the rotation path of the baffle 23, the connecting rod 222 can drive the baffle 23 to rotate to the opening 21 to close the opening 21, or drive the baffle 23 to rotate away from the opening 21 to open the opening 21. The opening degree of the opening 21 is determined by the rotation angle of the connecting rod 222. The hole-blocking mechanism 22, with the above-described configuration, has fewer parts, a simpler structure, and reduces manufacturing costs and failure rate. It also ensures that the baffle 23 moves to its corresponding opening 21, thereby guaranteeing that the opening degree of the opening 21 is adjustable.

[0057] In one specific embodiment, the rotating shaft is perpendicular to the first side surface, and when the opening 21 is fully open, that is, when the opening 21 is at its maximum, the baffle 23 contacts and engages with the first side surface. Thus, if it is necessary to close the opening 21 completely or partially, the connecting rod 222 drives the baffle 23 to rotate toward the position of the opening 21. During this process, the baffle 23 can always be in contact with the first side surface. When the baffle 23 rotates to the position of the opening 21, it can prevent a gap from remaining between the baffle 23 and the opening 21 in the thickness direction of the side plate 2, ensuring that the baffle 23 effectively blocks the opening 21.

[0058] In one specific embodiment, a mounting hole 1 is provided at one end of the main rod 221, and a mounting hole 2 is provided at the end of the connecting rod 222 away from the baffle 23. The rotating shaft passes through the mounting hole 1 and the mounting hole 2 to form a rotating pair. Since the main rod 221 is fixedly set, the connecting rod 222 is allowed to rotate around the rotating shaft, thereby realizing the rotatable connection between the main rod 221 and the connecting rod 222.

[0059] In one specific embodiment, the driver 223 is a small motor. Compared with other drivers 223, the small motor is smaller in size and lighter in weight, which not only facilitates installation but also reduces the load on the main rod 221, while saving space to accommodate the baffle 23 and avoids interference with the rotation of the baffle 23.

[0060] Based on the above embodiments, as a preferred option, please refer to... Figure 4 When the connecting rod 222 is in its natural state, it forms an I-shape with the main rod 221 and extends along the first direction. This arrangement ensures that the baffle 23 does not obstruct the opening 21 when it needs to be fully opened, guaranteeing maximum ventilation. Furthermore, no additional support force needs to be applied to the connecting rod 222 (the actuator 223 can be closed at this time). The connecting rod 222 can naturally remain vertical under gravity, thus preventing the baffle 23 from obstructing the opening 21, making operation easier.

[0061] Further, please refer to Figure 6 When the connecting rod 222 rotates to its maximum stroke position, the connecting rod 222 and the main rod 221 form an L-shape, causing the baffle 23 to completely block the opening 21. This setting ensures that the baffle 23 can completely block the opening 21, thus closing the opening 21. It also limits the maximum stroke position of the connecting rod 222, i.e., the connecting rod 222 is perpendicular to the main rod 221 in an L-shape, and the movement trajectory of the connecting rod 222 is between a position flush with the main rod 221 (0 degrees) and a position perpendicular to it (90 degrees). Correspondingly, the movement trajectory of the baffle 23 is also limited between a position flush with the main rod 221 and a position perpendicular to it. This clear movement trajectory effectively avoids collisions between adjacent baffles 23, thus ensuring that the two adjacent blocking mechanisms 22 do not interfere with each other and operate safely and reliably. It should be noted that when the connecting rod 222 rotates upwards from its initial position to a suitable position, the actuator 223 must remain open to fix the shaft, thus ensuring that the connecting rod 222 remains in the suitable position and maintains the opening 21 partially or fully open.

[0062] In one specific embodiment, a tension spring is provided between the main rod 221 and the connecting rod 222. When the main rod 221 and the connecting rod 222 form an I-shape, the tension spring is in its natural state. In this way, if it is necessary to reduce the opening of the opening 21, the driver 223 can use the restoring force of the tension spring to drive the connecting rod 222 and the baffle 23 on it to rotate downward, saving time and effort.

[0063] In one specific embodiment, a stop block one is provided near the pivot of the main rod 221, and a stop block two is provided near the pivot of the connecting rod 222. When the connecting rod 222 rotates to 90 degrees, the stop block two and the stop block one are in close contact to prevent the connecting rod 222 from driving the baffle 23 to continue rotating, thus eliminating the possibility of the connecting rod 222 or the baffle 23 being dislodged by impact force. Alternatively, a limiting pin is provided on the base of the pivot, and an arc-shaped groove is provided on the side of the connecting rod 222. The limiting pin is slidably disposed in the arc-shaped groove, with the endpoints of the groove corresponding to 0 degrees and 90 degrees (the arc length needs to be calculated accurately). This arrangement can better limit the movement trajectory of the connecting rod 222 and the baffle 23, effectively eliminating the possibility of the connecting rod 222 or the baffle 23 being dislodged by impact force.

[0064] Based on the above embodiments, as a preferred option, please refer to... Figure 2 The control device includes multiple controllers 24 all located on the first side, and each controller 24 is signal-connected to multiple drivers 223 in the same row.

[0065] In this embodiment, each row of baffle mechanisms 22 corresponds to one controller 24. Each controller 24 can independently instruct its corresponding row of baffle mechanisms 22 to perform actions, thereby achieving local control of single or multiple rows of openings 21, thus ensuring the uniformity of airflow inside the host and ensuring uniform heat dissipation of the host.

[0066] Based on the above embodiments, as a preferred option, please refer to... Figure 2 and Figure 3 The first side is provided with a plurality of fixing rods 25 corresponding to the multiple rows of openings 21. Each fixing rod 25 extends along the second direction and is connected to a controller 24 and the other end of the plurality of main rods 221 in the same row.

[0067] In this embodiment, multiple main rods 221 in a controller 24 and a row of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 are all fixed to a fixing rod 25. On the one hand, the fixing rod 25 serves to fix the main rods 221 and the controller 24, eliminating the need for the side plate 2 to drill mounting holes or weld at each mounting position of the main rods 221 and the controller 24, thus reducing the degree of structural damage to the side plate 2. On the other hand, the fixing rod 25 also makes the row of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 and the controller 24 approximately flush along the length of the side plate 2, making it easier to connect the multiple drivers 223 in the row of hole-blocking mechanisms 22 to the controller 24, reducing the redundant length and clutter of the wiring harness.

[0068] In one specific embodiment, the fixing rod 25 has a through hole extending along its length inside, and the end of the through hole adjacent to the controller 24 has an opening. The main rod 221 has a through hole extending along its length inside, and the through hole and the through hole are interconnected. In this way, multiple wires from the controller 24 terminal can be passed through the through hole of the fixing rod 25 and extend downward through the through holes of multiple main rods 221 to connect to the driver 223. This wiring method can effectively hide the fixing wires. This setting has the following effects: Effect 1: It is easier to wire and effectively protects the wires, which can improve safety; Effect 2: Moving the wires out of the air duct of the side plate 2 reduces airflow obstruction, making the ventilation of the side plate 2 smoother and avoiding local heat accumulation inside the host; Effect 3: Looking into the host from the opening 21 of the side plate 2, the focus can be on the hardware (such as the motherboard, graphics card, memory), making it easier to observe the inside of the host instead of being disturbed by a mess of wires, which has a certain aesthetic effect.

[0069] Based on the above embodiments, as a preferred option, please refer to... Figure 2 The first side panel has a snap-fit ​​connector 26 around its perimeter. The snap-fit ​​connector 26 is used to snap onto the edge of one side opening of the chassis body 1, thereby realizing a detachable connection between the side panel 2 and the chassis body 1. This setting has the following effects: Effect 1: It facilitates the removal of the chassis side panel for maintenance or replacement of the hardware inside the host; Effect 2: The chassis side panel can be applied to hosts of the same size and can be adapted to hosts with different hardware configurations, thus having greater versatility and enabling mass production.

[0070] In one specific embodiment, the snap-fit ​​component 26 is an elastic snap-fit. One side opening of the chassis body 1 has an inwardly protruding edge with a slot. The snap-fit ​​engages or disengages from the slot through elastic deformation, thus facilitating easier and faster assembly and disassembly of the side panel 2. It should be noted that multiple snap-fits and slots are provided in equal quantities to ensure the side panel 2 is securely installed.

[0071] Please refer to Figure 1 The present invention also provides a host, including a chassis body 1 and a chassis side panel as disclosed in the above embodiments, wherein the side panel 2 is disposed at one side opening of the chassis body 1 and its first side faces the interior of the chassis body 1, and a temperature sensor group is provided inside the chassis body 1 for monitoring the real-time temperature of multiple areas inside the host and transmitting it to the control device.

[0072] It should be noted that the chassis body 1 is a five-sided box structure with an opening on one side. Various hardware components are housed inside the chassis body 1. The chassis body 1 also contains a temperature sensor group, which typically includes multiple (e.g., 4 to 6 temperature sensors) to monitor the real-time temperature near heat-generating hardware such as the CPU, GPU, power supply, and motherboard, and transmit the data to the motherboard in real time. The motherboard receives and processes the real-time temperature data of each hardware component and usually controls the fan speed based on the real-time temperature data to achieve heat dissipation for the host.

[0073] In this embodiment, the side panel 2 is detachably mounted on one side opening of the chassis body 1, with the first side of the side panel 2 facing the interior of the chassis body 1. This ensures that the hole-blocking mechanism 22 and the controller 24 on the side panel 2 face inwards, guaranteeing a neat and aesthetically pleasing appearance of the host and facilitating wiring between the controller 24 and the motherboard. Specifically, multiple controllers 24 in the control device can be connected to the motherboard, and each controller 24 can correspond to different heat-generating hardware. The motherboard can process, analyze, and judge the real-time temperature of various heat-generating hardware according to a preset program, and send control commands to the controllers 24 corresponding to each type of heat-generating hardware. This achieves automated control of either partial or full opening of the holes 21, eliminating the need for user intervention. The system can automatically select to open or close some holes 21 based on the actual temperature inside the host, thereby automatically adjusting the opening degree of the side panel holes and ensuring that the internal temperature of the host is maintained within a suitable temperature range.

[0074] This invention also provides a side panel opening control method, applied to the host machine described in the above embodiments, including:

[0075] Obtain the real-time total temperature and local area temperature within the host;

[0076] When the real-time total temperature inside the host exceeds the first total temperature threshold, the opening 21 is fully opened.

[0077] Specifically, the first total temperature threshold setting needs to comprehensively consider hardware safety and performance stability. When the real-time total temperature inside the host exceeds the first total temperature threshold, it indicates that the total temperature inside the host is too high, which is the temperature threshold that triggers most hardware damage. In addition, the user perceives that the host is overheating and has a need for rapid heat dissipation inside the host. All openings 21 can be controlled to open to accelerate the heat dissipation of the host.

[0078] When the real-time total temperature inside the host does not exceed the second total temperature threshold, control all openings 21 to close completely;

[0079] Specifically, the second total temperature threshold needs to be set by taking into account the standby temperature of the hardware. If the real-time total temperature inside the host does not exceed the second total temperature threshold, it means that the host is idle at this time, and all openings 21 can be closed to prevent dust from entering the host and improve the host's dustproof performance.

[0080] When the real-time total temperature inside the host does not exceed the first total temperature threshold but exceeds the second total temperature threshold, control all openings 21 to partially open, and the partial opening value corresponds to the real-time total temperature.

[0081] Specifically, when the real-time total temperature inside the host does not exceed the first total temperature threshold but exceeds the second total temperature threshold, it indicates that the total temperature inside the host is not very high. The real-time total temperature within this range can be divided into different temperature segments in advance in the program. The opening value of each segment corresponds to a different opening 21, which can control all openings 21 to open to a suitable degree, thereby achieving normal heat dissipation of the host.

[0082] In addition, when running a host with high-performance hardware configuration, individual or partial hardware may overheat. The following methods can be used to accelerate the heat dissipation of local high-temperature areas inside the host.

[0083] When the temperature in a local area inside the host exceeds the first local temperature threshold, the control will open all the openings 21 located near the local area.

[0084] Specifically, the first local temperature threshold can be set based on the temperature threshold of a single or part of the core hardware. When the temperature of a local area inside the host exceeds the first local temperature threshold, it indicates that the temperature of this local area triggers the temperature threshold that damages the heat-generating hardware in that area. A control command can be sent to the controller 24 corresponding to the local area to control all the openings 21 near the local area to open, thereby accelerating the heat dissipation of the local high-temperature area inside the host, ensuring uniform heat dissipation of the host, and avoiding local overheating.

[0085] When the temperature of a local area inside the host does not exceed the second local temperature threshold, the control will close all the openings 21 located near the local area.

[0086] Specifically, the second local temperature threshold can be set based on the idle temperature value of a single or part of the core hardware. When the temperature of a local area inside the host does not exceed the second local temperature threshold, it indicates that the hardware in this local area is idle. A control command can be sent to the controller 24 corresponding to the local area to control all the openings 21 near the local area to close, so as to prevent dust from entering the area and improve the dustproof performance of the host.

[0087] When the temperature of a local area within the host does not exceed the first local temperature threshold but exceeds the second local temperature threshold, the control of a portion of the opening 21 located near the local area is to open, and the opening value corresponds to the local area temperature.

[0088] Specifically, when the temperature of a local area inside the host does not exceed the first local temperature threshold but exceeds the second local temperature threshold, it indicates that the hardware temperature in this local area is not very high. The real-time local temperature in this range can be divided into different temperature segments in advance in the program. The opening value of different openings 21 corresponding to each temperature segment can be controlled to open some openings 21 near the local area to a suitable opening degree, thereby achieving normal heat dissipation of the host.

[0089] Therefore, the side panel opening control method of the present invention can flexibly select to open or close some openings 21 according to the actual heat generation in the host, which can meet the different ventilation requirements and airflow uniformity of the host for heat dissipation. At the same time, when the host is idle and not in use, the baffle is fully closed to meet the dust prevention performance.

[0090] The foregoing has provided a detailed description of a chassis side panel, a host computer, and a method for controlling the openings in the side panel, as provided in this application. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The descriptions of the embodiments above are merely for the purpose of helping to understand the method and its core ideas. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to this application without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A chassis side panel, characterized in that, include: The side panel (2) has multiple openings (21); Multiple hole-blocking mechanisms (22) are provided on the first side of the side plate (2) and are located on the side of the multiple openings (21). The hole-blocking mechanism (22) is connected to a baffle (23) that is compatible with the opening (21). The baffle (23) can move under the drive of the hole-blocking mechanism (22) to adjust the opening degree of the opening (21). The control device is signal-connected to multiple of the hole-blocking mechanisms (22) and can be individually controlled to selectively adjust the opening degree of all or part of the openings (21).

2. The chassis side panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The side plate (2) is provided with multiple rows of openings (21) at intervals along a first direction. Each row of openings (21) includes multiple openings (21) at intervals along a second direction, and the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

3. The chassis side panel according to claim 2, characterized in that, The side plate (2) is provided with multiple rows of hole-blocking mechanisms (22) corresponding to multiple rows of openings (21) at intervals along the first direction. Each row of hole-blocking mechanisms (22) includes multiple hole-blocking mechanisms (22), and the multiple hole-blocking mechanisms (22) and the multiple openings (21) in the row of openings (21) corresponding to them are staggered along the second direction.

4. The chassis side panel according to claim 3, characterized in that, The hole-blocking mechanism (22) includes a main rod (221) on the first side, a connecting rod (222) on the baffle (23) and a driver (223). One end of the main rod (221) and the end of the connecting rod (222) away from the baffle (23) are rotatably connected around the same axis. The driver (223) is connected to the axis. The connecting rod (222) can drive the baffle (23) to rotate under the drive of the driver (223). The baffle (23) has an opening (21) in its rotation path.

5. The chassis side panel according to claim 4, characterized in that, When the connecting rod (222) is in its natural state, the connecting rod (222) and the main rod (221) form an I-shaped structure and extend along the first direction. When the connecting rod (222) rotates to the maximum stroke position, the connecting rod (222) and the main rod (221) form an L-shaped structure and drive the baffle (23) to cover the entire opening (21).

6. The chassis side panel according to claim 4, characterized in that, The control device includes a plurality of controllers (24) all disposed on the first side, and each controller (24) is signal-connected to a plurality of drivers (223) in the same row.

7. The chassis side panel according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first side is provided with a plurality of fixing rods (25) corresponding to the multiple rows of openings (21). Each fixing rod (25) extends along the second direction and is connected to the other end of a controller (24) and a plurality of main rods (221) in the same row.

8. The chassis side panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The periphery of the first side is provided with a snap-fit ​​member (26), which is used to snap-fit ​​with the edge of one side opening of the chassis body (1).

9. A host computer, characterized in that, Includes a chassis body (1) and a chassis side panel as described in any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the side panel (2) is located at one side opening of the chassis body (1) and its first side faces the interior of the chassis body (1), and the interior of the chassis body (1) is provided with a temperature sensor group for monitoring the real-time temperature of multiple areas inside the host and transmitting it to the control device.

10. A method for controlling side panel openings, characterized in that, Applied to the host computer of claim 9, the side panel opening control method includes: Obtain the real-time total temperature and local area temperature within the host; When the real-time total temperature inside the host exceeds the first total temperature threshold, control all the openings to open. When the real-time total temperature inside the host does not exceed the second total temperature threshold, control all the openings to close completely; When the real-time total temperature inside the host does not exceed the first total temperature threshold but exceeds the second total temperature threshold, all the openings are controlled to open, and the opening value corresponds to the real-time total temperature. When the temperature in a local area within the host exceeds a first local temperature threshold, the openings located near the local area are all opened. When the temperature of a local area within the host does not exceed the second local temperature threshold, the openings located near the local area are all closed. When the temperature of a local area within the host does not exceed a first local temperature threshold but exceeds a second local temperature threshold, the opening portion located near the local area is controlled to open, and the opening value corresponds to the temperature of the local area.

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