Ventilation panel for case and VPX reinforced server

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of computer servers, and discloses a ventilation panel for a case and a VPX reinforced server. The ventilation panel sequentially comprises an outer-layer plate, a middle-layer plate and an inner-layer plate from outside to inside; the outer-layer plate and the inner-layer plate are oblique-angle ventilation hole plates, the middle-layer plate is a ventilation and drainage isolation plate, the outer-layer plate and the inner-layer plate are responsible for providing channels for air circulation, and the ventilation and drainage isolation plate on the middle layer is used for isolating rainwater and dredging airflow; and the ventilation hole position of the inner-layer plate is higher than the ventilation hole position of the outer-layer plate. The vent hole plate adopts the oblique angle design, so that the vent holes in the equipment are far higher than the external through holes, and a waterproof barrier is naturally formed. Meanwhile, the gap size of the ventilation hole plate is controlled, it is ensured that the heat dissipation requirement can be met, and rainwater permeation can be effectively prevented.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of computer server technology, such as a ventilation panel for a chassis and a VPX ruggedized server. Background Technology

[0002] As the core server of the information processing system, the VPX ruggedized server adopts a converged architecture that integrates computing, display and control, storage and networking, and has unique advantages such as high integration, high reliability and strong maintainability.

[0003] However, for VPX ruggedized servers with a power consumption of nearly 1 kilowatt, while traditional fully enclosed chassis can ensure rain protection, they cannot achieve efficient heat dissipation, which can easily lead to server overheating and shutdown. Especially in harsh environments such as outdoor fields and wilderness areas, the rain protection capability and efficient heat dissipation of VPX ruggedized servers have become critical issues that urgently need to be addressed.

[0004] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0005] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0006] This disclosure provides a ventilation panel for a chassis and a VPX ruggedized server, which adopts a unique three-layer angled ventilation design to achieve efficient heat dissipation and rain protection for high-power chassis.

[0007] In some embodiments, the ventilation panel for the chassis consists of an outer layer, a middle layer, and an inner layer, from the outside to the inside.

[0008] Both the outer and inner layers are angled ventilation perforated plates, and the middle layer is a ventilation and water-repellent isolation plate. The outer and inner layers are responsible for providing channels for air circulation, and the ventilation and water-repellent isolation plate is used to isolate rainwater and guide airflow.

[0009] The ventilation holes of the inner layer are positioned higher than those of the outer layer.

[0010] Optionally, the ventilation holes of the angled ventilation plate have an angle of 30 to 45 degrees.

[0011] In some embodiments, the VPX-hardened server includes: a chassis module and several VPX modules.

[0012] The ventilation panels on both sides of the chassis module are the same ventilation panels used for chassis as described above.

[0013] Several of the VPX modules are cooled by air via fan modules inside the chassis.

[0014] Optionally, the bottom of the chassis module is provided with air guide holes near the ventilation panel.

[0015] Optionally, the VPX ruggedized server adopts a forced air cooling mode, with air intake from one ventilation panel and air exhaust from the other ventilation panel.

[0016] Optionally, the thermally conductive housing of the VPX module is designed with heat dissipation fins.

[0017] Optionally, all of the VPX modules adopt a heat-conducting design, with the chip contacting the heat-conducting shell through a heat-conducting pad with high thermal conductivity.

[0018] Optionally, the entire unit uses an aviation socket for rear cable exit, while the power switch, indicator lights, and handle are located on the front panel.

[0019] Optionally, the VPX module adopts a front-mounted horizontal insertion design.

[0020] Optionally, the VPX ruggedized server adopts a standard 19-inch rack-mount structure with a chassis height of 5U.

[0021] The ventilation panel for the chassis and the VPX-rugged server provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0022] The disclosed ventilation panel for a chassis includes inner and outer beveled ventilation panels and a middle layer of ventilation and water-repellent barrier. The inner and outer beveled ventilation panels provide channels for airflow, while the ventilation and water-repellent barrier isolates rainwater and guides airflow. The beveled design of the ventilation panels ensures that the internal ventilation holes are positioned significantly higher than the external openings, naturally forming a waterproof barrier. Simultaneously, the gap size of the ventilation panels is controlled to ensure that heat dissipation requirements are met while effectively preventing rainwater penetration.

[0023] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0024] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0025] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the wind-cooled, rainproof VPX ruggedized server of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the ventilation structure design for the wind-cooled, rainproof VPX ruggedized server of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the three-layer angled ventilation design of the wind-cooled, rainproof VPX ruggedized server of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the components of the wind-cooled, rainproof VPX ruggedized server of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the wind-cooled, rainproof VPX ruggedized server computing module of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the slot layout for the wind-cooled, rainproof VPX ruggedized server module of this utility model.

[0031] Figure label:

[0032] 1. Switch button and indicator light; 2. Handle; 3. Rack-mount mounting holes; 4. Front panel cover; 5. Equipment nameplate slot; 6. Right side three-layer angled ventilation holes; 7. Cooling fan; 8. Inner and outer angled ventilation plates; 9. Hydrophobic isolation plate; 10. Ventilation panel; 11. Ventilation panel; 12. Left side panel; 13. Front panel; 14. Top cover; 15. Core module "cage"; 16. Rear panel; 17. Right side panel; 18. Bottom panel; 19. Calculation module; 20. Front panel of calculation module; 21. First or second calculation module; 22. Storage module; 23. Switching module; 24. Third calculation module; 25. Display and control module; 26. Power supply module. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0034] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the embodiments of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0035] In this disclosure, the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "middle," "outer," "front," and "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for better describing the embodiments of this disclosure and their implementations, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements, or components to having a specific orientation, or to require them to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Furthermore, some of the aforementioned terms may be used to indicate other meanings besides orientation or positional relationship; for example, the term "upper" may in some cases indicate a dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0036] Furthermore, the terms "set up," "connect," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0037] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0038] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the character " / " indicates that the objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0039] The term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A or B, or A and B.

[0040] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0041] Combination Figure 3 As shown, this embodiment of the present disclosure provides a ventilation panel for a chassis with a three-layer angled ventilation and heat dissipation design. The ventilation panel consists of an outer layer, a middle layer, and an inner layer from the outside to the inside.

[0042] The outer and inner layers are both angled ventilation perforated plates, the middle layer is a ventilation and water-repellent isolation plate, the outer and inner layers are responsible for providing air circulation channels, and the ventilation and water-repellent isolation plate of the middle layer is used to isolate rainwater and guide airflow;

[0043] The ventilation holes of the inner layer are positioned higher than those of the outer layer.

[0044] Understandably, the angled design of the ventilation panel, along with the fact that the internal ventilation holes are positioned significantly higher than the external openings, ensures that rainwater cannot enter the equipment even during rain. The ventilation and water-repellent barrier further enhances the rain protection, effectively isolating rainwater and preventing it from seeping into the chassis.

[0045] As an example, the ventilation panel disclosed herein consists of two layers of beveled ventilation panels, inner and outer, and a middle layer of ventilation and hydrophobic isolation panel. The ventilation panels are made of corrosion-resistant, high-strength metal material, and have good heat dissipation and waterproof performance.

[0046] Optionally, the ventilation holes of the angled ventilation plate have an angle of 30 to 45 degrees.

[0047] Combination Figures 1 to 6 As shown, this disclosure provides a VPX-hardened server. In some embodiments, the VPX-hardened server includes: a chassis module and a plurality of VPX modules.

[0048] The ventilation panels on both sides of the chassis module are the same ventilation panels used for chassis as described above.

[0049] Several of the VPX modules are cooled by air via fan modules inside the chassis.

[0050] Optionally, the bottom of the chassis module is provided with air guide holes near the ventilation panel.

[0051] Understandably, there are drainage holes at the bottom of the chassis, at the very bottom of the ventilation panels on both sides. The purpose of these drainage holes is to allow even a small amount of rainwater to quickly drain out, preventing water accumulation and damage to the equipment.

[0052] Optionally, the VPX ruggedized server adopts a forced air cooling mode, with air intake from one ventilation panel and air exhaust from the other ventilation panel.

[0053] Understandably, air enters through the ventilation vents on the left side of the chassis, passes through the ventilation and water-repellent barrier in the middle layer, and then enters the chassis interior.

[0054] Optionally, the thermally conductive housing of the VPX module is designed with heat dissipation fins.

[0055] Understandably, inside the chassis, air flows through the heatsink fins and thermally conductive shell of each VPX module, carrying away the heat generated by the module.

[0056] In summary, the working principle of this disclosure is as follows:

[0057] Heat dissipation mechanism: Air enters from the ventilation panel on the left side of the chassis, passes through the ventilation and hydrophobic isolation plate in the middle layer, and then enters the interior of the chassis.

[0058] Inside the chassis, air flows through the heatsink fins and thermally conductive shell of each VPX module, carrying away the heat generated by the module.

[0059] The heated air is exhausted through the ventilation panel on the right side of the chassis, achieving efficient heat dissipation inside the chassis.

[0060] Rainproof mechanism: Due to the angled design of the ventilation panel and the fact that the ventilation holes inside the equipment are much higher than the external through holes, this design ensures that rainwater cannot enter the equipment through the ventilation holes even when it is raining.

[0061] The ventilation and water-repellent isolation panel further enhances the rain protection effect, effectively isolating rainwater and preventing it from penetrating into the chassis.

[0062] Airflow guide hole design: Airflow guide holes are designed at the bottom of the chassis, at the lowest point of the ventilation panels on both the left and right sides. The purpose of these airflow guide holes is to allow even a small amount of rainwater to quickly drain out, preventing water accumulation and damage to the equipment.

[0063] Optionally, all of the VPX modules adopt a heat-conducting design, with the chip contacting the heat-conducting shell through a heat-conducting pad with high thermal conductivity.

[0064] Optionally, the entire unit uses an aviation socket for rear cable exit, while the power switch, indicator lights, and handle 2 are located on the front panel.

[0065] Optionally, the VPX module adopts a front-mounted horizontal insertion design.

[0066] Optionally, the VPX ruggedized server adopts a standard 19-inch rack-mount structure with a chassis height of 5U.

[0067] As an example, the VPX ruggedized server adopts a standard 19-inch rack-mount structure with a chassis height of 5U and dimensions not exceeding 482.6mm × 222mm × 400mm (excluding protruding parts such as aviation sockets and handle 2). The internal VPX modules use a front-mounted horizontal insertion configuration. The entire unit uses rear-mounted aviation sockets for cable exit, with the power switch, indicator lights, and handle 2 located on the front panel. The entire unit employs a forced air cooling mode with left-in and right-out airflow.

[0068] The ventilation panels on the left and right sides of the chassis adopt a three-layer angled ventilation design. The inner and outer layers are angled ventilation holes, and the middle layer is designed with a ventilation and water-repellent isolation plate, which ensures efficient heat dissipation while also providing rain protection.

[0069] The three-layer angled ventilation panel is designed at a 45-degree angle. The ventilation holes inside the equipment are positioned much higher than the external through holes, ensuring that rainwater cannot enter the equipment when it rains.

[0070] It adopts a modular design and is mainly composed of chassis modules (front / rear / left / right / top / bottom panels) and a core module "cage". Each VPX module is installed in the core module "cage".

[0071] All VPX modules employ a thermally conductive design. Chips that generate significant heat are connected to the thermally conductive housing via highly thermally conductive pads. The VPX module's thermally conductive housing is designed with heatsink fins, increasing the heat dissipation area. Efficient heat dissipation is achieved through forced air cooling via the chassis's "left intake, right exhaust" configuration.

[0072] The VPX modules adopt a front-mounted horizontal insertion design. Slots 1 to 5 can be compatible with computing module 19, display and control module 25, and storage module 22. The number of modules can be selected according to the application's requirements for computing power and storage capacity. The switching slot and power supply slot are dedicated slots with a foolproof design to prevent other types of VPX modules from being mistakenly inserted.

[0073] Example 1

[0074] Application scenarios: Outdoor electronic equipment enclosures, such as communication base stations and monitoring equipment.

[0075] Specific design: The ventilation perforated plate is made of 0.5mm thick aluminum alloy with a 45-degree bevel angle. The ventilation and water-repellent isolation plate is made of 0.3mm thick stainless steel with a dense microporous structure, which can both guide airflow and isolate rainwater.

[0076] Results: Actual testing showed that this design effectively prevents rainwater penetration in heavy rain conditions, while improving heat dissipation efficiency by 20% compared to traditional designs.

[0077] Example 2

[0078] Application scenarios: Indoor high-density electronic equipment cabinets, such as data center server cabinets.

[0079] Specific design: The ventilation perforation plate is made of 0.8mm thick copper alloy with a 30-degree bevel angle. The ventilation and drainage isolation plate is made of 0.5mm thick titanium alloy, which has better strength and corrosion resistance.

[0080] Results: In practical applications, this design not only effectively improves heat dissipation efficiency but also reduces noise levels within the cabinet, thereby enhancing the stability and reliability of the equipment.

[0081] In summary, the ventilation panel for the chassis disclosed herein comprises inner and outer beveled ventilation panels and a middle layer of ventilation and water-repellent barrier. The inner and outer beveled ventilation panels provide channels for airflow, while the middle layer of ventilation and water-repellent barrier serves to isolate rainwater and guide airflow. The beveled design of the ventilation panels ensures that the internal ventilation holes are positioned significantly higher than the external openings, thus naturally forming a waterproof barrier. Simultaneously, controlling the gap size of the ventilation panels ensures that heat dissipation requirements are met while effectively preventing rainwater penetration.

[0082] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operation may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included or substituted for parts and features of other embodiments. Embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to the structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes may be made without departing from its scope. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A ventilation panel for a chassis, characterized in that, The ventilation panel consists of an outer layer, a middle layer, and an inner layer, from the outside to the inside. Both the outer and inner layers are angled ventilation perforated plates, and the middle layer is a ventilation and water-repellent isolation plate. The outer and inner layers are responsible for providing channels for air circulation, and the ventilation and water-repellent isolation plate is used to isolate rainwater and guide airflow. The ventilation holes of the inner layer are positioned higher than those of the outer layer.

2. The ventilation panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ventilation holes of the angled ventilation plate have an angle of 30 to 45 degrees.

3. A VPX-hardened server, characterized in that, Includes chassis modules and several VPX modules. The ventilation panels on both sides of the chassis module are ventilation panels for chassis as described in claim 1 or 2. Several of the VPX modules are cooled by air through fan modules inside the chassis.

4. The VPX-hardened server according to claim 3, characterized in that, A guide hole is provided at the bottom of the chassis module near the ventilation panel.

5. The VPX-hardened server according to claim 3, characterized in that, The VPX ruggedized server uses a forced air cooling mode, with air intake from one ventilation panel and exhaust from the other.

6. The VPX-hardened server according to claim 3, characterized in that, The VPX module's thermally conductive housing is designed with heat dissipation fins.

7. The VPX-hardened server according to claim 6, characterized in that, All of the VPX modules adopt a heat-conducting design, with the chip contacting the heat-conducting shell through a heat-conducting pad with high thermal conductivity.

8. The VPX-hardened server according to claim 3, characterized in that, The entire unit uses an aviation socket for rear cable exit, while the power switch, indicator lights, and handle are located on the front panel.

9. The VPX-hardened server according to claim 3, characterized in that, The VPX module adopts a front-mounted horizontal insertion design.

10. The VPX-hardened server according to claim 3, characterized in that, The VPX ruggedized server adopts a standard 19-inch rack-mount structure with a chassis height of 5U.

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