A server heat dissipation structure and an assembling process

Abstract

This invention relates to a server heat dissipation structure and assembly process, belonging to the field of server heat dissipation technology. It includes a main body, a mounting base, an air duct base, and a heat sink. The mounting base is located on the top of the main body, and the air duct base is located on the side wall of the main body. An installation component is located inside the mounting base. A first guide plate and a second guide plate are located inside the air duct base, and an adjustment component is located inside the air duct base. This invention, through the mounting base, heat sink, and installation component, enables convenient assembly of server heat dissipation components, quickly completing the locking and unlocking of the heat sink and the mounting body without the need for additional tools such as screwdrivers. This simplifies the installation and disassembly process of the heat sink and avoids damage to surrounding components due to improper tool operation. It is more efficient and convenient for routine dust cleaning and maintenance, and for the inspection and replacement of heat dissipation components. The first guide plate, second guide plate, and adjustment component solve the problem of single airflow distribution in traditional fixed air ducts.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of server heat dissipation technology, specifically to a server heat dissipation structure and assembly process. Background Technology

[0002] A server is a high-performance dedicated computer that provides core services such as computing, storage, and data forwarding to network users. Compared to ordinary computers, it has stronger computing power, larger storage capacity, and higher stability and reliability. It is the core hardware support for the Internet, cloud computing, and enterprise data centers. Because servers are equipped with multiple high-performance processors, large-capacity memory, multiple hard drives, and other hardware, they generate a lot of heat when running under high load. If the heat dissipation is not good, it can easily lead to frequency reduction, crashes, or even hardware burnout. Therefore, an efficient heat dissipation structure is the key to the stable operation of a server. Rack-mounted servers most commonly use air cooling. The internal structure of the chassis is equipped with high-density cooling fans to form a directional airflow. Cool air is drawn in from the front air intake, flows through the CPU heatsink, memory, hard drives, and other heat-generating components, and is exhausted from the rear after carrying away the heat.

[0003] Current mainstream server cooling still relies primarily on directional air cooling, with finned heatsinks, heat pipes, and variable-speed fans forming the basic cooling system. Existing cooling modules mostly use traditional fixing methods such as screw fastening and clip nesting, which require tools for disassembly and assembly, making the process cumbersome and time-consuming. During routine dust cleaning, maintenance, or component replacement, it is easy to bump and knock around surrounding components, increasing the risk of hardware damage. At the same time, the fixed airflow design makes the airflow path singular and cannot be flexibly adjusted, which can easily lead to localized heat accumulation and uneven heat dissipation under high load scenarios, affecting the overall cooling efficiency.

[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, innovative design based on existing methods is urgently needed. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a server heat dissipation structure and assembly process to solve the problems of cumbersome disassembly and assembly of heat dissipation modules and fixed air ducts mentioned in the background. The technical solution of this invention addresses the problem that the existing technical solutions are too simplistic and provides a solution that is significantly different from the existing technology.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a server heat dissipation structure and assembly process, comprising a main body, a mounting base, an air duct base, and a heat dissipation base. The main body is provided with a mounting base on its top, an air duct base is provided on the side wall of the main body, an installation component is provided inside the mounting base, a first guide plate and a second guide plate are provided inside the air duct base, and an adjustment component is provided inside the air duct base.

[0007] The mounting assembly includes a limiting seat fixed in the mounting base, a limiting groove at the top of the limiting seat, a limiting ball slidably installed in the limiting groove, a sliding sleeve slidably installed on the surface of the limiting seat, a release groove opened in the sliding sleeve, and a mounting block fixed in the heat sink base, with a mounting groove opened on the side wall of the mounting block.

[0008] Preferably, the surface of the limiting seat is provided with a return spring, and the limiting seat is connected to the sliding sleeve through the return spring.

[0009] Preferably, the sliding sleeve is slidably mounted on the side wall of the mounting base, and the surface of the sliding sleeve is provided with anti-slip blocks.

[0010] Preferably, the mounting groove is positioned corresponding to the limiting groove, and the release groove is located in front of the limiting groove.

[0011] Preferably, the adjustment assembly includes a rotating block rotatably installed in the air duct seat, with transmission connecting rods rotatably installed at both ends of the rotating block, a sliding rod rotatably connected to the end of the transmission connecting rod, a plurality of second limiting posts fixed on the surface of the sliding rod, and two movable holes formed on the surfaces of the first guide plate and the second guide plate.

[0012] Preferably, the end of the transmission connecting rod is eccentrically positioned at the end of the rotating block, the rotating block is externally connected to a motor, and the sliding rod is slidably mounted within the air duct seat.

[0013] Preferably, a fixing plate is installed on the inner wall of the air duct seat, and a plurality of first limiting posts are fixed on the surface of the fixing plate.

[0014] Preferably, a second limiting post and a first limiting post are rotatably installed in two movable holes opened on the surfaces of the first and second guide plates, respectively.

[0015] Preferably, the process includes the following steps:

[0016] S1: Push the sliding sleeve to move backward along the limit seat, so that the release groove is aligned with the limit groove, the limit ball enters the release groove, and the installation limit is released;

[0017] S2: Push the heat sink in, the mounting block extends into the limit seat, the limit ball does not form an obstruction, and release the sliding sleeve after installation in place.

[0018] S3: The return spring drives the sliding sleeve to return to its original position, the inner wall squeezes the limiting ball into the mounting groove, locks the mounting block, and completes the quick installation of the heat sink.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0020] 1. This invention enables convenient assembly of server heat dissipation components through the design of a mounting base, a heat sink, and mounting components. By pushing the sliding sleeve on the side wall of the mounting base, the locking and unlocking between the heat sink and the mounting body can be quickly completed without the need for additional tools such as screwdrivers. This simplifies the installation and disassembly process of the heat sink and avoids damage to surrounding components caused by improper tool operation. It is also more efficient and convenient for routine dust cleaning and maintenance of equipment and for the inspection and replacement of heat dissipation components.

[0021] 2. This invention solves the problem of uniform airflow distribution in traditional fixed air ducts by setting up a first guide plate, a second guide plate, and an adjustment component. The motor-driven adjustment component drives the first and second guide plates to swing back and forth in an orderly manner, dynamically adjusting the airflow direction and delivery angle in the air duct in real time, flexibly changing the cold air delivery path, covering heat dissipation blind spots and heat accumulation areas that are difficult to cover by fixed air ducts inside the server chassis, eliminating heat dissipation dead spots from the root, and improving the overall heat dissipation efficiency and heat distribution uniformity of the machine. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the mounting base, air duct base, and heat dissipation base of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting base, air duct base, and heat dissipation base from another perspective of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a bottom view of the mounting base and heat sink of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a half-sectional structural diagram of the sliding sleeve of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembled structure of the installation components of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 7 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the adjustment component of the present invention.

[0030] In the diagram: 1. Main body; 101. Mounting base; 102. Air duct base; 2. Heat dissipation base; 201. Mounting block; 202. Mounting groove; 3. Limiting seat; 301. Limiting groove; 302. Limiting ball; 303. Return spring; 4. Sliding sleeve; 401. Release groove; 5. First guide plate; 501. Movable hole; 6. Second guide plate; 7. Sliding rod; 701. Second limiting post; 702. Transmission connecting rod; 703. Rotating block; 8. Fixing plate; 801. First limiting post. Detailed Implementation

[0031] To further illustrate the technical means and effects of the present invention in achieving its intended purpose, the following detailed description of the specific implementation methods, structures, features, and effects of the present invention, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments, is provided below.

[0032] Please see Figures 1-8 The present invention provides a technical solution: a server heat dissipation structure and assembly process, including a main body 1, a mounting base 101, an air duct base 102 and a heat dissipation base 2. The mounting base 101 is provided on the top of the main body 1, and the air duct base 102 is provided on the side wall of the main body 1. The mounting base 101 is provided with an installation component. The air duct base 102 is provided with a first guide plate 5 and a second guide plate 6. The air duct base 102 is provided with an adjustment component to dynamically adjust the airflow direction, eliminate heat dissipation dead angles, and improve heat dissipation uniformity.

[0033] The mounting components include a limiting seat 3 fixed in the mounting base 101, a limiting groove 301 at the top of the limiting seat 3, a limiting ball 302 slidably installed in the limiting groove 301, a sliding sleeve 4 slidably installed on the surface of the limiting seat 3, and a release groove 401 opened in the sliding sleeve 4. It also includes a mounting block 201 fixed in the heat sink 2, and a mounting groove 202 opened on the side wall of the mounting block 201, which realizes quick disassembly and assembly of the heat sink 2 without tools, simplifies the operation and maintenance process, improves efficiency, and reduces the risk of component collision.

[0034] In one embodiment of the present invention, a reset spring 303 is provided on the surface of the limiting seat 3. The limiting seat 3 is connected to the sliding sleeve 4 through the reset spring 303, providing a stable elastic reset force for the sliding sleeve 4. Manual reset is not required, simplifying the disassembly and assembly of the heat sink 2. After reset, the inner wall of the sliding sleeve 4 tightly presses the limiting ball 302, ensuring that the ball is firmly inserted into the mounting groove 202 of the mounting block 201, thus ensuring the reliability of the heat sink 2 installation and locking.

[0035] In one embodiment of the present invention, the sliding sleeve 4 is slidably installed on the side wall of the mounting base 101 to ensure that the sliding sleeve 4 can slide smoothly along the limiting seat 3 and avoid deviation during the sliding process. The surface of the sliding sleeve 4 is provided with anti-slip blocks to increase the friction between the hand and the sliding sleeve 4, avoid hand slippage during operation, and improve the convenience and stability of disassembly and assembly operations.

[0036] In one embodiment of the present invention, the mounting groove 202 is positioned corresponding to the limiting groove 301, ensuring that the subsequent limiting ball 302 can be accurately engaged and the locking is more reliable. The release groove 401 is located in front of the limiting groove 301, allowing the limiting ball 302 to smoothly enter and exit the release groove 401 and the limiting groove 301, ensuring that the limiting ball 302 will not get stuck during disassembly and assembly.

[0037] In one embodiment of the present invention, the adjustment component includes a rotating block 703 rotatably installed in the air duct seat 102, with transmission connecting rods 702 rotatably installed at both ends of the rotating block 703, and a sliding rod 7 rotatably connected to the end of the transmission connecting rod 702. A plurality of second limiting posts 701 are fixed on the surface of the sliding rod 7. The component also includes two movable holes 501 formed on the surfaces of the first guide plate 5 and the second guide plate 6. The movable holes 501 cooperate with the first limiting posts 801 to precisely drive the first guide plate 5 and the second guide plate 6 to swing synchronously, dynamically adjust the airflow in the air duct, effectively eliminate heat dissipation dead angles, and make the server heat dissipation more uniform and efficient.

[0038] In one embodiment of the present invention, the end of the transmission link 702 is eccentrically positioned at the end of the rotating block 703. The rotating block 703 is externally connected to a motor. When the motor drives the rotating block 703 to rotate, the rotational motion can be smoothly converted into the reciprocating oscillation of the transmission link 702 through the eccentric structure, thereby driving the sliding rod 7 to perform reciprocating linear motion. The power transmission is efficient and the operation is stable. The sliding rod 7 is limited and slidably installed in the air duct seat 102 to ensure that the sliding rod 7 can move back and forth smoothly and accurately drive the first guide plate 5 and the second guide plate 6 to swing synchronously, effectively optimizing the heat dissipation effect.

[0039] In one embodiment of the present invention, a fixing plate 8 is installed on the inner wall of the air duct seat 102. A plurality of first limiting posts 801 are fixed on the surface of the fixing plate 8. The fixing plate 8 is installed on the inner wall of the air duct seat 102 to provide a stable fixed support point for the first guide plate 5 and the second guide plate 6. The first limiting posts 801 cooperate with the second limiting posts 701 on the sliding rod 7 to form a stable swing fulcrum, so that the first guide plate 5 and the second guide plate 6 are more stable in posture during movement and do not sway or deviate.

[0040] In one embodiment of the present invention, a second limiting post 701 and a first limiting post 801 are rotatably installed in two movable holes 501 on the surfaces of the first guide plate 5 and the second guide plate 6, respectively. The two movable holes 501 are rotatably engaged with the second limiting post 701 and the first limiting post 801, respectively. One side is fixed and the other side moves, which allows the first guide plate 5 and the second guide plate 6 to achieve stable reciprocating swing, effectively eliminating heat dissipation dead angles.

[0041] As one embodiment of the present invention, the process includes the following steps:

[0042] S1: Push the sliding sleeve 4 to move backward along the limit seat 3, so that the release groove 401 is aligned with the limit groove 301, the limit ball 302 enters the release groove 401, and the installation limit is released;

[0043] S2: Push the heat sink 2 in, the mounting block 201 extends into the limit seat 3, the limit ball 302 does not form an obstruction, and release the sliding sleeve 4 after installation in place.

[0044] S3: The return spring 303 drives the sliding sleeve 4 to reset, the inner wall squeezes the limiting ball 302 into the mounting groove 202, and the mounting block 201 is locked, completing the quick installation of the heat sink 2.

[0045] Working principle: During the assembly of the server's heat dissipation components, the operator first pushes the sliding sleeve 4 on the side wall of the mounting base 101, causing it to slide backward along the limiting seat 3. This causes the release groove 401 on the inner wall of the sliding sleeve 4 to approach and be positioned against the limiting groove 301 on the surface of the limiting seat 3. At this time, the limiting ball 302 is no longer squeezed by the inner wall of the sliding sleeve 4, allowing it to move freely and enter the release groove 401. Subsequently, the heat dissipation base 2 is pushed, causing the mounting block 201 to extend into the limiting seat 3, and the limiting ball 302 enters the release groove 401. This will not obstruct the insertion of the mounting block 201. After the heat sink 2 is assembled in place, the operator releases the limit on the sliding sleeve 4. Under the elastic restoring force of the return spring 303, the sliding sleeve 4 automatically completes the reset. The inner wall of the sliding sleeve 4 re-presses the limit ball 302, causing the limit ball 302 to be inserted into the mounting groove 202 on the mounting block 201, thus completing the reliable locking of the mounting block 201. This allows for the rapid installation of the heat sink 2, improving assembly efficiency and reducing the risk of component damage from impacts.

[0046] Similarly, when the heat dissipation component needs to be disassembled and maintained, the sliding sleeve 4 is pushed again, causing the release groove 401 to approach the limit groove 301, so that the limit ball 302 can regain its freedom of movement. At this time, the heat sink 2 is pulled outward. When the heat sink 2 moves backward away from the limit seat 3, the side wall of the mounting block 201 will push the limit ball 302 to disengage from the mounting groove 202 and enter the release groove 401, thereby releasing the limit constraint on the mounting block 201, realizing the quick disassembly of the heat dissipation component, which is convenient for later cleaning, maintenance and component replacement, and effectively improves the convenience of equipment operation and maintenance.

[0047] When the server is working and the heat dissipation components start running, the motor drives the rotating block 703 to rotate continuously. The rotating block 703 drives the transmission rods 702, which are rotatably mounted at both ends, to rotate synchronously. Since the transmission rods 702 are eccentrically located at the ends of the rotating block 703 and are rotatably connected to the ends of the transmission rods 702, and the sliding rods 7 are limited to sliding within the air duct seat 102, the rotating block 703 rotates while driving the sliding rods 7 to reciprocate linearly. The first guide plate 5 and the second guide plate 6 have two movable holes 501 at both ends, in which the second limiting post 701 and the first limiting post 801 are rotatably mounted respectively. The first limiting post 801 is fixed to the surface of the fixed plate 8, and the second limiting post 701 is mounted on the surface of the sliding rod 7. While the sliding rod 7 reciprocates linearly, under the constraint of the first limiting post 801 and the second limiting post 701, it drives the first guide plate 5 and the second guide plate 6 to reciprocate, dynamically adjusting the airflow direction and coverage area, eliminating heat dissipation dead corners inside the chassis, and improving heat dissipation uniformity and overall heat dissipation efficiency.

[0048] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention in any way. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the scope of the present invention shall still fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A server heat dissipation structure, comprising a main body (1), a mounting seat (101), an air duct seat (102) and a heat dissipation seat (2), characterized in that: The main body (1) is provided with a mounting base (101) on the top, and a duct seat (102) is provided on the side wall of the main body (1). The mounting base (101) is provided with an installation component, and the duct seat (102) is provided with a first guide plate (5) and a second guide plate (6). The duct seat (102) is provided with an adjustment component. The mounting assembly includes a limiting seat (3) fixed in the mounting base (101), a limiting groove (301) starting at the top of the limiting seat (3), a limiting ball (302) slidably installed in the limiting groove (301), a sliding sleeve (4) slidably installed on the surface of the limiting seat (3), a release groove (401) opened in the sliding sleeve (4), and a mounting block (201) fixed in the heat sink (2), with a mounting groove (202) opened on the side wall of the mounting block (201).

2. The server heat dissipation structure of claim 1, wherein: The limiting seat (3) is provided with a return spring (303) on its surface, and the limiting seat (3) is connected to the sliding sleeve (4) through the return spring (303).

3. The server heat dissipation structure of claim 1, wherein: The sliding sleeve (4) is slidably mounted on the side wall of the mounting base (101), and the surface of the sliding sleeve (4) is provided with anti-slip blocks.

4. The server heat dissipation structure of claim 1, wherein: The mounting groove (202) is positioned opposite to the limiting groove (301), and the release groove (401) is located in front of the limiting groove (301).

5. The server heat dissipation structure of claim 1, wherein: The adjustment assembly includes a rotating block (703) rotatably installed in the air duct seat (102), with transmission connecting rods (702) rotatably installed at both ends of the rotating block (703), and a sliding rod (7) rotatably connected to the end of the transmission connecting rod (702). A plurality of second limiting posts (701) are fixed on the surface of the sliding rod (7), and also includes two movable holes (501) opened on the surfaces of the first guide plate (5) and the second guide plate (6).

6. The server heat dissipation structure of claim 5, wherein: The end of the transmission link (702) is eccentrically located at the end of the rotating block (703). The rotating block (703) is externally connected to a motor. The sliding rod (7) is limited and slidably installed in the air duct seat (102).

7. The server heat dissipation structure of claim 5, wherein: The inner wall of the air duct seat (102) is fitted with a fixing plate (8), and a plurality of first limiting posts (801) are fixed on the surface of the fixing plate (8).

8. The server heat dissipation structure of claim 5, wherein: The first guide plate (5) and the second guide plate (6) have two movable holes (501) on their surfaces respectively, in which the second limiting post (701) and the first limiting post (801) are rotatably installed.

9. An assembling process of a server heat dissipation structure, suitable for the server heat dissipation structure of any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that: This process Includes the following steps: S1: Push the sliding sleeve (4) to move backward along the limit seat (3) so that the release groove (401) is aligned with the limit groove (301), and the limit ball (302) enters the release groove (401) to release the installation limit; S2: Push the heat sink (2) in, the mounting block (201) extends into the limit seat (3), the limit ball (302) does not form an obstruction, and release the sliding sleeve (4) after installation. S3: The reset spring (303) drives the sliding sleeve (4) to reset, the inner wall squeezes the limiting ball (302) into the mounting groove (202), and the mounting block (201) is locked, thus completing the quick installation of the heat sink (2).

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