Integrated water-cooling heat dissipation system

Abstract

The utility model provides an integrated water-cooling heat dissipation system which is connected with a PC end and comprises a connector, an MCU, a video module, a pump head assembly and an ARGB assembly. The connector is connected with a PC end and performs USB communication, the MCU is connected with the connector, performs USB communication with the PC end through the connector and is used for receiving a plurality of control commands of the PC end, the video module comprises a driving assembly and an LCD assembly connected with the driving assembly, the driving assembly is connected with the connector, and the driving assembly performs USB communication with the PC end through the connector; and the driving assembly is used for driving the LCD assembly to play a video according to an output signal of the PC end. The pump head assembly is connected with the MCU and the connector, the MCU controls the pump head assembly to work according to a control command, the ARGB assembly is connected with the MCU, and the MCU adjusts the lighting effect of the ARGB according to the control command. The video module, the pump head assembly, the ARGB assembly and the MCU are integrated and connected with the PC end through USB communication, so that multifunctional centralized control is achieved, and complexity of decentralized control in a traditional water cooling system is simplified.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water cooling technology, and in particular to an integrated water cooling system. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous improvement of computer hardware performance, especially in the application of high-performance CPUs and graphics cards, heat dissipation has become an increasingly prominent issue. Common heat dissipation methods generally fall into two categories: air cooling, which occupies little space but is inefficient, noisy, and involves direct contact with the CPU / GPU, posing a risk of damage to the CPU / GPU and motherboard due to vibration; and water cooling, which provides stable cooling, low noise, and allows for adjustment of the control curve based on CPU / GPU temperature to achieve energy savings. Due to its high-efficiency heat dissipation performance, water cooling systems have become an important component of high-end computer systems. A water cooling system typically includes components such as a pump, radiator, and water pipes, with the pump head being a crucial component whose performance directly affects the heat dissipation effect of the water cooling system.

[0003] Currently, in most water cooling systems on the market, RGB lighting control and LCD display are separate functions, used in distinct applications. In traditional water cooling systems, lighting control, video playback, and pump operation are typically managed by different control systems, resulting in a complex control and operation experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, the purpose of this invention is to provide an integrated water-cooling system that integrates lighting effect control, video playback, and pump operation status control into a single control system, thereby improving the user experience.

[0005] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0006] An integrated water-cooling system, connected to a PC, is characterized by comprising:

[0007] A connector that connects to a PC for USB communication;

[0008] The MCU is connected to a connector and communicates with the PC via USB through the connector. The MCU is used to receive several control commands from the PC.

[0009] The video module includes a driver component and an LCD component connected to the driver component. The driver component is connected to the connector and communicates with the PC via USB through the connector. The driver component is used to drive the LCD component to play video according to the output signal from the PC.

[0010] A pump head assembly is connected to an MCU and a connector, and the MCU controls the operation of the pump head assembly according to control commands.

[0011] The ARGB component is connected to the MCU, and the MCU adjusts the ARGB lighting effect according to control commands.

[0012] Furthermore, the ARGB component transmits signals to the MCU via SPI.

[0013] Furthermore, the pump head assembly and the MCU transmit signals via IIC.

[0014] Furthermore, the driving component includes a USB to HDMI module and an HDMI to MIPI module; the USB to HDMI module is connected to the connector and communicates with the PC via USB through the connector to receive audio and video output from the PC; the HDMI to MIPI module is connected to the USB to HDMI module and converts the HDMI signal from the USB to HDMI module into a MIPI signal to drive the LCD component.

[0015] Furthermore, the USB to HDMI module and the HDMI to MIPI module are each connected to a crystal oscillator.

[0016] Furthermore, the USB to HDMI module is also connected to the Flash module, and the USB to HDMI module and the Flash module transmit signals via SPI; the Flash module is used to provide external storage for the USB to HDMI module and to place driver files.

[0017] Furthermore, the USB to HDMI module uses the MS9122; the HDMI to MIPI module uses the LT6911C.

[0018] Furthermore, the water-cooling system also includes a backlight assembly, which is connected to an MCU. The MCU adjusts the lighting effect of the backlight according to control commands.

[0019] Furthermore, the MCU adjusts the equivalent of the backlight using PWM.

[0020] Furthermore, the water cooling system also includes a power module, which is connected to the connector. The PC provides initial power to the power module, and the power module adjusts the voltage of the initial power supply to output power supplies with several different voltage values. The MCU, video module, and ARGB components are all connected to the output of the power module.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this utility model and its beneficial effects are as follows:

[0022] (1) This utility model's integrated water cooling system integrates a video module, pump head assembly, ARGB component, and MCU into one unit. It connects to a PC via USB communication, enabling multi-functional centralized control and simplifying the complexity of distributed control in traditional water cooling systems. Through a unified control interface (USB) and MCU control, users can centrally manage lighting effects, video playback, and pump operation status via a PC, improving ease of operation and user experience. Simultaneously, centralized control reduces communication interference between different modules, mitigating system instability and compatibility issues caused by independent control. Precise MCU control of the pump head assembly allows for dynamic adjustment of the pump's operation status based on the CPU / GPU temperature on the PC, optimizing heat dissipation while reducing energy consumption.

[0023] (2) The driving component of this utility model includes a USB to HDMI module and an HDMI to MIPI module. The USB to HDMI module receives audio and video signals from the PC, and the HDMI to MIPI module converts the HDMI signals into MIPI signals to drive the LCD component for video playback. Its modular design ensures compatibility with various PC output formats, enabling its widespread application in different types of computer systems. The MIPI interface supports high-resolution and high-refresh-rate video transmission, improving the display effect of the LCD component and providing users with a superior visual experience.

[0024] (3) The USB to HDMI module of this utility model is also connected to the Flash module, and the USB to HDMI module and the Flash module transmit signals through SPI. The addition of the Flash module enables the USB to HDMI module to better support the driver requirements of different PCs, enhances the system compatibility, and stores the driver files through the Flash module, so users do not need to manually install the driver, simplifying the installation and configuration process of the device. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an integrated water-cooled heat dissipation system provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is an interface diagram of the connector provided in an embodiment of this utility model; Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0028] See Figure 1 An integrated water cooling system that connects to a PC and transmits signals to the PC. The rotation of the pump head, RGB lighting effects, and LCD display are all controlled by the PC.

[0029] An integrated water cooling system includes a connector, an MCU, a video module, a pump head assembly, and an ARGB component.

[0030] The MCU, pump head assembly, and video module are all connected to the connector, which in turn connects to the PC. This means the MCU, pump head assembly, and video module communicate with the PC via USB through the connector. In this embodiment, the connector connects to the USB 9-pin socket and the CPU_FAN socket on the PC motherboard, drawing a total of 11 pins from the PC motherboard. Figure 2 .

[0031] The video module includes a driver component and an LCD component connected to the driver component. The driver component is connected to a connector and communicates with the PC via USB. The driver component drives the LCD component to play video based on the output signals from the PC. The first set of USB 2.0 interfaces corresponds to the driver component, with pins 1, 3, 5, and 7.

[0032] The MCU communicates with the PC via USB through a connector, and the MCU receives several control commands from the PC. The second set of USB 2.0 interfaces corresponds to the MCU, with pins 2, 4, 6, and 8.

[0033] The pump head assembly is connected to F_TACH via a connector, which converts the pump head's rotation speed into CPU FAN data, which is then transmitted to the PC motherboard. F_12V supplies power to the pump head.

[0034] The pump head assembly is also connected to the MCU, which controls the operation of the pump head assembly according to control commands. It is worth noting that in the existing technology, the pump head itself has protocol functionality, and the host computer only needs to follow the protocol to achieve communication and control the pump head assembly, without involving any improvements at the computer program level.

[0035] The ARGB component is connected to the MCU, and the MCU adjusts the ARGB lighting effect according to control commands.

[0036] Integrating the video module, pump head assembly, ARGB components, and MCU into a single unit, and connecting to a PC via USB communication, enables multifunctional centralized control, simplifying the complexity of decentralized control in traditional water cooling systems. Through a unified control interface (USB) and MCU control, users can centrally manage lighting effects, video playback, and pump operation status via a PC, improving ease of operation and user experience. Simultaneously, centralized control reduces communication interference between different modules, mitigating system instability and compatibility issues caused by independent control. Precise MCU control of the pump head assembly allows for dynamic adjustment of pump operation based on the CPU / GPU temperature on the PC, optimizing heat dissipation while reducing energy consumption.

[0037] The water-cooling system also includes a backlight assembly connected to the MCU. The MCU adjusts the backlight effect according to control commands, achieving dynamic control of the backlight. The backlight brightness can be adjusted based on the displayed content or ambient light, improving the display effect. Adjusting the backlight brightness according to actual needs can reduce the power consumption of the LCD components, achieving energy-saving effects.

[0038] The MCU achieves high-precision brightness control by adjusting the equivalent backlight using PWM, meeting the display needs of different scenarios. Compared to traditional analog dimming methods, it significantly reduces power consumption. Furthermore, PWM dimming uses digital signal control, which reduces electromagnetic interference and improves system stability compared to analog dimming.

[0039] Continue reading Figure 1 In this embodiment, the ARGB component and the MCU transmit signals via SPI. The SPI protocol enables communication between the ARGB component and the MCU, featuring high speed and full-duplex operation, allowing for rapid transmission of light effect control signals and improving the response speed of light effect adjustment. The SPI protocol is widely used in electronic devices, offering good compatibility and scalability, facilitating subsequent upgrades and expansion of the ARGB component's functionality.

[0040] The pump head assembly and the MCU communicate via IIC. Through the IIC protocol, the MCU can receive real-time feedback signals such as temperature and dynamically adjust the pump head speed for precise heat dissipation control. Furthermore, using the IIC protocol for communication between the pump head assembly and the MCU requires only two wires (SDA and SCL), reducing pin usage and supporting multiple device connections for easy system expansion.

[0041] The driver components include a USB to HDMI module and an HDMI to MIPI module. The USB to HDMI module is connected to the connector and communicates with the PC via USB to receive audio and video output from the PC. The HDMI to MIPI module is connected to the USB to HDMI module and is used to convert the HDMI signal from the USB to HDMI module into a MIPI signal.

[0042] The system receives audio and video signals from the PC via a USB to HDMI module, and then converts these HDMI signals to MIPI signals via an HDMI to MIPI module to drive the LCD panel for video playback. This achieves efficient and stable video signal transmission and display. This modular design is compatible with various PC output formats and can be widely used in different types of computer systems. The MIPI interface supports high-resolution and high-refresh-rate video transmission, enhancing the display effect of the LCD panel and providing users with a superior visual experience.

[0043] The USB to HDMI module requires an external 24MHz crystal oscillator, while the HDMI to MIPI module requires an external 27MHz crystal oscillator. Configuring crystal oscillators for both the USB to HDMI and HDMI to MIPI modules ensures clock stability during signal conversion, reducing signal jitter and distortion.

[0044] The USB to HDMI module is also connected to the Flash module, and the two modules transmit signals via SPI. The addition of the Flash module allows the USB to HDMI module to better support the driver requirements of different PCs, enhancing system compatibility. By storing driver files in the Flash module, users do not need to manually install drivers, simplifying the device installation and configuration process. In this embodiment, the USB to HDMI module uses the MS9122, and the HDMI to MIPI module uses the LT6911C.

[0045] This water-cooling system also includes a power supply module, which is connected to a connector. The PC provides an initial 5V power supply to the power supply module via the connector. The power supply module regulates the initial power supply and outputs several different voltage values, such as 3.3V, 2.8V, 1.5V, and 1.2V. The MCU, video module, and ARGB components are all connected to the output of the power supply module, which supplies power to them.

[0046] The foregoing description illustrates and describes preferred embodiments of the present invention. It should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the forms disclosed herein and should not be construed as excluding other embodiments. It can be used in various other combinations, modifications, and environments, and can be altered within the scope of the present invention through the foregoing teachings or related technical or knowledge. Any modifications and variations made by those skilled in the art that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention should be within the protection scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. An integrated water-cooling system, connected to a PC, characterized in that, include: A connector that connects to a PC for USB communication; The MCU is connected to a connector and communicates with the PC via USB through the connector. The MCU is used to receive several control commands from the PC. The video module includes a driver component and an LCD component connected to the driver component. The driver component is connected to the connector and communicates with the PC via USB through the connector. The driver component is used to drive the LCD component to play video according to the output signal from the PC. A pump head assembly is connected to an MCU and a connector, and the MCU controls the operation of the pump head assembly according to control commands. The ARGB component is connected to the MCU, and the MCU adjusts the ARGB lighting effect according to control commands.

2. The integrated water-cooled heat dissipation system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ARGB component and the MCU transmit signals via SPI.

3. The integrated water-cooled heat dissipation system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pump head assembly and the MCU transmit signals via IIC.

4. The integrated water-cooled heat dissipation system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The driving components include a USB to HDMI module and an HDMI to MIPI module; The USB to HDMI module is connected to the connector and communicates with the PC via USB to receive audio and video output from the PC. The HDMI to MIPI module is connected to the USB to HDMI module and converts the HDMI signal from the USB to HDMI module into a MIPI signal to drive the LCD component.

5. The integrated water-cooled heat dissipation system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The USB to HDMI module and the HDMI to MIPI module are each connected to a crystal oscillator.

6. The integrated water-cooled heat dissipation system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The USB to HDMI module is also connected to the Flash module, and the USB to HDMI module and the Flash module transmit signals via SPI; the Flash module is used to provide external storage for the USB to HDMI module and to place driver files.

7. The integrated water-cooled heat dissipation system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The USB to HDMI module uses the MS9122; the HDMI to MIPI module uses the LT6911C.

8. The integrated water-cooled heat dissipation system according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a backlight assembly, which is connected to an MCU, and the MCU adjusts the lighting effect of the backlight according to control commands.

9. The integrated water-cooled heat dissipation system according to claim 8, characterized in that, The MCU adjusts the equivalent of the backlight using PWM.

10. The integrated water-cooled heat dissipation system according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a power module, which is connected to the connector. The PC provides initial power to the power module, and the power module is used to adjust the voltage of the initial power and output power supplies with several different voltage values. The MCU, video module, and ARGB components are all connected to the output of the power module.

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