Triangular modular data center cabinet device

By designing the modular data center cabinet device in a font shape, the problem of the modular data center being unable to transport containers is solved, and the freight cost savings, enhanced heat dissipation and cooling effects are achieved, while simplifying the cable layout and installation process.

CN223207348UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-08GTE GLOBAL TIANJIN
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Application Number
CN202422240800.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-12
Publication Date
2025-08-08
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-12

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Technical Problem

Existing modular data center cabinets cannot be stuffed into containers, resulting in expensive transportation costs.

Method used

Design a modular data center cabinet device with a shape of a font, including a cabinet box, a rack structure, a spray system and a hot and cold partition. The cabinet box can be loaded into a container. The rack structure is equipped with multi-layered and multi-row cable channels and heat dissipation holes. The spray system is external and the pipeline is simple, and the hot and cold partitions can be assembled freely.

Benefits of technology

It realizes the loading of the modular data center in containers, saves transportation costs, enhances heat dissipation and cooling capabilities, simplifies cable layout, reduces cable density, and is easy to install.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a delta-shaped modularized data center cabinet device, which comprises a cabinet box body, and the cabinet box body can be loaded into a high cabinet and can be used for loading modularized data center products. The utility model has the beneficial effects that the external dimension of the modularized data center can be stipulated according to the internal dimension of the 40HQ container (tall cabinet), so that the modularized data center (MDC) can be conveniently arranged in the 40HQ container (tall cabinet). The freight can be saved and the transportation is convenient.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the field of modular data center cabinets, and in particular relates to a herringbone-shaped modular data center cabinet device. Background Art

[0002] Modular Data Center (MDC), each module is a complete independent data center. The solution integrates cabinets, power distribution, air conditioning and intelligent management systems. MDC uses standardized components and modules, can be quickly deployed and expanded on demand to meet the needs of businesses of different scales.

[0003] Existing MDC cabinets have a problem: high transportation costs. The reason for these problems is that existing products cannot be stuffed into containers and need to be shipped in bulk. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the present invention aims to provide a herringbone-shaped modular data center cabinet device to solve at least one problem existing in the above-mentioned prior art.

[0005] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the technical solution of the utility model is achieved as follows:

[0006] A modular data center cabinet device in a herringbone shape, comprising a cabinet body, wherein the cabinet body can be loaded into a high cabinet and can be loaded with modular data center products;

[0007] The cabinet body includes a cabinet body, an expansion box, a rack structure, a spray system and hot and cold partitions. The cabinet body can be loaded into a high cabinet. The cabinet body is a rectangular hollow structure. The rack structure is installed on one side of the cabinet body. The top of the rack structure is used to place modular data center products. Hot and cold partitions are installed on the modular data center products. The expansion box can be pulled out and installed on the other side of the cabinet body. The spray system is installed on the inner side of the expansion box close to the rack structure.

[0008] Furthermore, the rack structure includes a layer plate structure and supporting columns, the layer plate structure is a multi-layer and multi-column structure, and the layer plate structure is supported and fixed by supporting columns; the layer plate structure includes several layers of thick layer plate structures and thin layer plate structures, and the several layers of thick layer plate structures and thin layer plate structures are arranged in parallel from top to bottom.

[0009] Furthermore, three parallel cable channels are provided on the surface of the thick layer plate structure, and a wiring channel is provided on one side of one of the cable channels.

[0010] Furthermore, the spray system includes a water supply pipe, a spray pipe and a water curtain assembly. The water supply pipe is installed to the inner side of the water curtain assembly and is vertically arranged. The bottom of the water supply pipe is connected to an external water source through a valve, and the top of the water supply pipe is connected to the spray pipe, and the spray pipe is horizontally arranged.

[0011] Furthermore, the spray pipe is evenly provided with a plurality of water outlet holes along the axial direction, and the water outlet holes face the top of the inner side of the water curtain assembly; the spray pipe is placed 70 mm away from the inner side of the water curtain assembly; and the height of the spray pipe is flush with the top of the water curtain assembly.

[0012] Furthermore, the hot and cold partition includes a partition body, exhaust channel No. 1 and exhaust channel No. 2. Exhaust channel No. 1 is provided on one side of the partition body, and exhaust channel No. 2 is provided on the other side of the partition body. The partition body is installed on the side close to exhaust channel No. 1 to the modular data center product, and the modular data center product is installed on the rack structure.

[0013] Furthermore, the No. 1 exhaust channel is a hollow trapezoidal structure, and the small end of the No. 1 exhaust channel is connected to the power heat dissipation port of the modular data center product. The No. 2 exhaust channel has a hollow conical structure, and the large end of the No. 2 exhaust channel is connected to the exhaust fan exhaust port of the modular data center product.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the T-shaped modular data center cabinet device described in the present invention has the following advantages:

[0015] (1) The utility model discloses a modular data center cabinet device in a shape of a triangle. This application specifies the outer dimensions of the modular data center based on the inner dimensions of a 40HQ container (high cabinet), so that the modular data center (MDC) can be loaded into the 40HQ container (high cabinet). This can save freight and facilitate transportation.

[0016] (2) The utility model discloses a modular data center cabinet device in a triangular shape. The modular data center rack structure has cable channels and heat dissipation holes. This design eliminates the need for dedicated cable ducts within the modular data center, saving space. The number of cable channels in this solution is increased and rationally distributed, allowing cables to be laid in a dispersed manner over the shortest distance, reducing cable density and enhancing heat dissipation. The modular data center rack shelves have undergone multiple sheet metal bending processes to enhance the shelf load-bearing capacity.

[0017] (3) The utility model describes a modular data center cabinet device in a triangular shape. The sprinkler system is external, and the pipeline line has only one water outlet pipe. The line is simple, so that the spraying area on the water curtain assembly is increased and evenly distributed, and the cooling effect is significantly enhanced, thereby solving the problem of small water volume and uneven distribution of water output from each water outlet.

[0018] (4) The utility model describes a T-shaped modular data center cabinet device. The hot and cold partitions of this T-shaped modular data center (MDC) are made using a die-casting process, can be freely assembled, have a simple structure, are inexpensive, are easy to install, have good thermal insulation effects, and are easy to pack and transport. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] The accompanying drawings, which constitute part of the present invention, are intended to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are intended to explain the present invention and do not constitute an improper limitation of the present invention. In the accompanying drawings:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the transport and packing process of the modular data center (MDC) according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a modular data center (MDC) transport and packing process according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a cabinet body according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a front view of the cabinet body according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cabinet body and expansion box according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the frame structure according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A is an enlarged schematic diagram;

[0027] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of a spray system according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the spray system according to an embodiment of the present utility model from another perspective;

[0029] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the hot and cold partition according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0030] Figure 11 This is a rear view schematic diagram of the hot and cold partition according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0031] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of a T-shaped modular data center product according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0032] Description of reference numerals:

[0033] 1. Cabinet body; 11. Cabinet body; 12. Extension box; 13. Rack structure; 131. Thick-layer board structure; 1311. Cable channel; 1312. Wiring channel; 132. Thin-layer board structure; 133. Support column; 14. Sprinkler system; 141. Water supply pipe; 142. Sprinkler pipe; 143. Water curtain assembly; 144. Water receiving trough; 15. Hot and cold partitions; 151. Partition body; 1511. Snap-on structure; 1512. Folding structure; 152. Exhaust duct No. 1; 153. Exhaust duct No. 2; 2. High cabinet. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments of the present invention and the features therein can be combined with each other.

[0035] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, features defined as "first", "second", etc. may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise specified, "multiple" means two or more.

[0036] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections, electrical connections; direct connections, indirect connections through an intermediate medium, and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on specific circumstances.

[0037] The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in combination with embodiments.

[0038] like Figures 1 to 11As shown, a T-shaped modular data center cabinet device includes a cabinet body 1, which can be loaded into a high cabinet 2, and the cabinet body 1 can be loaded with modular data center products;

[0039] The cabinet body 1 includes a cabinet body 11, an expansion box 12, a rack structure 13, a spray system 14 and a hot and cold partition 15. The cabinet body 11 can be loaded into the high cabinet 2. The cabinet body 11 is a rectangular hollow structure. The rack structure 13 is installed on one side of the cabinet body 11. The top of the rack structure 13 is used to place modular data center products. The hot and cold partition 15 is installed on the modular data center products. The expansion box 12 can be pulled out and installed on the other side of the cabinet body 11. The spray system 14 is installed on the inner side of the expansion box 12 close to the rack structure 13.

[0040] This application can specify the outer dimensions of a modular data center based on the inner dimensions of a 40HQ (high cabinet) container, so that the modular data center (MDC) can be loaded into the 40HQ (high cabinet) container, saving freight and facilitating transportation.

[0041] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the expansion box 12 can be pushed into the cabinet body 11 during transportation, and can be pulled out of the cabinet body 11 during use.

[0042] In this embodiment, the expansion box 12 can be pushed into the cabinet body 11 of the modular data center during transportation, and can be pulled out of the cabinet body 11 during use to increase the distance between the water curtain assembly 143 and the rack structure 13, thereby meeting the standard requirements.

[0043] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the frame structure 13 includes a layer plate structure and support columns 133, the layer plate structure is a multi-layer and multi-column structure, and the layer plate structure is supported and fixed by the support columns 133; the layer plate structure includes several layers of thick layer plate structures 131 and thin layer plate structures 132, and the several layers of thick layer plate structures 131 and thin layer plate structures 132 are arranged in parallel from top to bottom.

[0044] The modular data center rack structure 13 features cable channels and heat dissipation holes. This design eliminates the need for dedicated cable troughs within the modular data center, saving space. This solution increases the number of cable channels and optimizes their distribution, allowing cables to be laid out in a dispersed manner over the shortest distances, reducing cable density and enhancing heat dissipation. The modular data center rack's shelving is reinforced by multiple sheet metal bends, enhancing its load-bearing capacity.

[0045] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, three parallel cable channels 1311 are provided on the surface of the thick layer plate structure 131, and a wiring channel 1312 is provided on one side of one of the cable channels 1311. In this embodiment, the three parallel cable channels 1311 are used for routing product control cables (or weak-current cables), and the wiring channel 1312 is suitable for routing product high-current cables. In this way, the strong and weak current cables are separated, further improving the safety of routing.

[0046] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the thickness of the thin-layer plate structure 132 is less than the thickness of the thick-layer plate structure 131. In this embodiment, a reinforcing plate is also provided on the rear side of the thick-layer plate structure 131 and the thin-layer plate structure 132 to enhance the stability of the thick-layer plate structure 131 and the thin-layer plate structure 132.

[0047] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a modular data center rack is constructed from thick-layer panels, thin-layer panels, and columns. In this embodiment, the rack comprises seven layers and eight columns. From top to bottom, columns 1, 2, 4, and 6 are thick-layer panels. Through multiple sheet metal bends, the thick-layer panels form three parallel cable channels, facilitating both cable routing and enhancing data processor capacity.

[0048] The thick plate structure 131 , the cable channel 1311 , and the thin plate structure 132 are also provided with a plurality of heat dissipation holes for dissipating heat from the product.

[0049] The thick layer plate of the present application is bent multiple times to form a cable channel, and the load-bearing capacity of the layer plate is enhanced.

[0050] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the spray system 14 includes a water supply pipe 141, a spray pipe 142, and a water curtain assembly 143. The water supply pipe 141 is mounted to the inner side of the water curtain assembly 143 and is vertically arranged. The bottom of the water supply pipe 141 is connected to an external water source via a valve, and the top of the water supply pipe 141 is connected to the spray pipe 142. The spray pipe 142 is horizontally arranged. This spray system 14 is externally located, and the pipeline circuit has only one water outlet pipe. The circuit is simple, which increases the spray area on the water curtain assembly 143 and evenly distributes it, significantly enhancing the cooling effect, thereby solving the problem of small water volume and uneven water distribution of each water outlet.

[0051] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the spray system 14 also includes a water receiving trough 144, which is installed to the bottom of the inner side of the water curtain assembly 143. A water outlet pipe is provided at one end of the water receiving trough 144. In actual use, the water receiving trough 144 is used to receive the water sprayed by the spray system 14 on the water curtain paper of the water curtain assembly 143, and the water in the water receiving trough 144 is discharged through the outlet pipe.

[0052] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the spray pipe 142 is provided with a plurality of water outlet holes evenly distributed along its axial direction, with the outlet holes facing the top of the inner side of the water curtain assembly 143. The spray pipe 142 is positioned 70 mm from the inner side of the water curtain assembly 143. The height of the spray pipe 142 is flush with the top of the water curtain assembly 143. This arrangement is intended to increase the spray area on the water curtain assembly 143 and ensure uniform distribution of water.

[0053] In this embodiment, drainage holes are drilled evenly throughout the six-point stainless steel sheet. A stainless steel pipe is placed 70 mm from the inner side of the water curtain assembly 143, flush with the top of the water curtain assembly 143. The water outlet angle is adjusted so that the cooling water sprays onto the top of the water curtain paper. The water pressure is adjusted by adjusting the water inlet valve to prevent splashing of the cooling water.

[0054] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the material of the spray pipe 142 is stainless steel. The stainless steel material can not only extend the service life of the spray pipe 142, but also prevent the water outlet from rusting and clogging, thereby preventing uneven water distribution.

[0055] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the water curtain assembly 143 includes a plurality of water curtain modules arranged in an array to form the water curtain assembly 143. In actual use, the number of water curtain modules can be determined based on the actual situation. The water curtain module is a conventional water curtain plus fan structure. Water from the spray pipe 142 is sprayed from the water outlet onto the water curtain paper of the water curtain module, thereby cooling the cabinet body 11 and the expansion box 12 under the action of the fan.

[0056] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the hot and cold partition 15 includes a partition body 151, an exhaust duct No. 1 152 and an exhaust duct No. 2 153. The exhaust duct No. 1 152 is provided on one side of the partition body 151, and the exhaust duct No. 2 153 is provided on the other side of the partition body 151. The partition body 151 is installed on the modular data center product near the exhaust duct No. 1 152, and the modular data center product is installed on the rack structure 13.

[0057] This T-shaped modular data center (MDC) hot and cold partition is made using a compression molding process and can be freely assembled. It has a simple structure, low price, easy installation, good thermal insulation effect, and is easy to pack and transport.

[0058] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of snap structures 1511 are provided on the partition body 151. In actual use, the hot and cold partitions can be mounted on the exhaust fans of the modular data center product through the snap structures 1511.

[0059] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a folding structure 1512 is further provided on one side of the partition body 151. The folding structure 1512 can enable multiple insulation boards to be arranged in an overlapping manner to eliminate gaps.

[0060] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the first exhaust duct 152 has a hollow trapezoidal structure, with the small end of the first exhaust duct 152 connected to the power supply heat dissipation outlet of the modular data center product. The second exhaust duct 153 has a hollow conical structure, with the large end of the second exhaust duct 153 connected to the exhaust fan outlet of the modular data center product. The hollow conical structure of the exhaust duct ensures that the hot air exhausted by the data processor does not flow back into the cold zone.

[0061] The modular data center (MDC) of this application can be subsequently formed into a triangular modular data center product. The triangular modular data center product is as follows: Figure 12 shown.

[0062] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A modular data center cabinet device in a triangular shape, characterized by: It comprises a cabinet box (1), wherein the cabinet box (1) can be loaded into a high cabinet (2), and the cabinet box (1) can be loaded with modular data center products; The cabinet box (1) comprises a cabinet body (11), an expansion box (12), a rack structure (13), a spray system (14) and a hot and cold partition (15); the cabinet body (11) can be loaded into a high cabinet (2); the cabinet body (11) is a rectangular hollow structure; the rack structure (13) is installed on one side of the cabinet body (11); the modular data center products are placed above the rack structure (13); the hot and cold partition (15) is installed on the modular data center products; the expansion box (12) can be pulled out and installed on the other side of the cabinet body (11); the spray system (14) is installed on the inner side of the expansion box (12) close to the rack structure (13).

2. The T-shaped modular data center cabinet device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The frame structure (13) includes a layer plate structure and supporting columns (133), wherein the layer plate structure is a multi-layer and multi-column structure, and the layer plate structure is supported and fixed by the supporting columns (133); the layer plate structure includes a plurality of thick layer plate structures (131) and thin layer plate structures (132), and the plurality of thick layer plate structures (131) and thin layer plate structures (132) are sequentially spaced and arranged in parallel from top to bottom.

3. The T-shaped modular data center cabinet device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The surface of the thick plate structure (131) is provided with three parallel cable channels (1311), and one side of one of the cable channels (1311) is provided with a wiring channel (1312).

4. The T-shaped modular data center cabinet device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The spray system (14) comprises a water supply pipe (141), a spray pipe (142) and a water curtain assembly (143). The water supply pipe (141) is installed on the inner side of the water curtain assembly (143), and the water supply pipe (141) is vertically arranged. The bottom of the water supply pipe (141) is connected to an external water source through a valve, and the top of the water supply pipe (141) is connected to the spray pipe (142). The spray pipe (142) is horizontally arranged.

5. The T-shaped modular data center cabinet device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The spray pipe (142) is evenly provided with a plurality of water outlet holes in the axial direction, and the water outlet holes face the top of the inner side surface of the water curtain assembly (143); the spray pipe (142) is placed 70 mm away from the inner side surface of the water curtain assembly (143); the height of the spray pipe (142) is flush with the top of the water curtain assembly (143).

6. The inverted triangle modular data center cabinet device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hot and cold partition (15) comprises a partition body (151), a first exhaust duct (152) and a second exhaust duct (153); the first exhaust duct (152) is provided on one side of the partition body (151), and the second exhaust duct (153) is provided on the other side of the partition body (151); the partition body (151) is mounted on a modular data center product on a side close to the first exhaust duct (152); and the modular data center product is mounted on a rack structure (13).

7. The T-shaped modular data center cabinet device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first exhaust channel (152) is a hollow trapezoidal structure, and the small end of the first exhaust channel (152) is connected to the power heat dissipation port of the modular data center product. The second exhaust channel (153) is a hollow frustum structure, and the large end of the second exhaust channel (153) is connected to the exhaust fan outlet of the modular data center product.