Quick-release heat conduction module for sealed industrial computer

Abstract

The application provides a quick-release heat conduction module for sealing an industrial computer, comprising a module head, a module tail and a flexible heat conduction wire group; the module head comprises a base, a telescopic limiting assembly movably arranged in the base and a first heat conduction member, the telescopic limiting assembly is used for clamping a functional module of the industrial computer; the first heat conduction member abuts against a heat dissipation area of the functional module; the module tail comprises a second heat conduction member, the second heat conduction member is connected with a case of the industrial computer; one end of the flexible heat conduction wire group is connected with the first heat conduction member, and the other end is connected with the second heat conduction member; heat generated by the functional module is transmitted to the case through the first heat conduction member, the flexible heat conduction wire group and the second heat conduction member, and the heat is dissipated to the outside by the case. By arranging the telescopic limiting assembly of the module head, quick clamping and releasing of the functional module are realized, assembly and disassembly of the functional module and the module head can be completed without the aid of tools, maintenance time is greatly shortened, and work efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of industrial control computer technology, and more specifically, relates to a quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, enclosed industrial control computers generate a significant amount of heat during operation due to the internal functional modules. If this heat cannot be dissipated in a timely manner, it will severely impact the stability and lifespan of the equipment. Traditional heat dissipation solutions typically employ fixed-size metal heat sinks, which are directly fixed between the functional modules and the chassis using screws, utilizing the thermal conductivity of metal for heat dissipation. However, this approach has several drawbacks: Firstly, the design of the heat sink must strictly match the internal structure of the chassis, the motherboard layout, and the model and size of the functional modules. Different models or modules often require custom-made heat sinks, resulting in poor versatility and increased design and manufacturing costs. Secondly, when upgrading, replacing, or maintaining functional modules, tools must be used to remove the fixing screws, which is cumbersome, and frequent disassembly may damage the motherboard or chassis. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this application is to provide a quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer, so as to solve the technical problems of poor versatility and inconvenient disassembly and assembly of heat-conducting modules in the prior art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted in this application is as follows: A quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer is provided, comprising a module head, a module tail, and a flexible heat-conducting wire assembly; the module head includes a base, a telescopic limiting component movably disposed in the base, and a first heat-conducting element, the telescopic limiting component being used to clamp the functional module of the industrial control computer; the first heat-conducting element abuts against the heat dissipation area of ​​the functional module; the module tail includes a second heat-conducting element, the second heat-conducting element being connected to the chassis of the industrial control computer; one end of the flexible heat-conducting wire assembly is connected to the first heat-conducting element, and the other end of the flexible heat-conducting wire assembly is connected to the second heat-conducting element; the heat generated by the functional module is transferred to the chassis via the first heat-conducting element, the flexible heat-conducting wire assembly, and the second heat-conducting element, and the chassis dissipates the heat to the outside.

[0005] Furthermore, the telescopic limiting component is provided with a slot, and there are two sets of the telescopic limiting component. The two sets of the telescopic limiting component are arranged opposite to each other, and the two ends of the functional module are respectively clamped in the slots of the two sets of the telescopic limiting component.

[0006] Furthermore, the telescopic limiting assembly includes a limiting member, a driven rack, a driven wheel, and a button; a slot is disposed on the limiting member, and the limiting member is also provided with a guide rod. The slot is used to clamp the functional module, and the guide rod is slidably connected to the base; one side of the driven rack has a protrusion, and the protrusion is connected to the guide rod; an elastic element is provided on the guide rod, one end of the elastic element abuts against the base, and the other end of the elastic element abuts against the protrusion; the driven wheel is rotatably connected to the base; the button is slidably connected to the base, and the button is provided with a driving rack; the driving rack, the driven rack, and the guide rod are arranged in parallel; the driving rack and the driven rack are respectively disposed on both sides of the driven wheel and mesh with the driven wheel.

[0007] Furthermore, along the centerline of the button sliding direction, two sets of the guide rods, the driven rack, the driven wheel, and the drive rack are symmetrically arranged.

[0008] Furthermore, the base is provided with a base protrusion, the base protrusion has a sliding hole, and the outer wall of the base protrusion has an external thread; the module head also includes a knob, a sliding post, and a pressing elastic element, one end face of the knob has a threaded groove, the threaded groove is connected to the external thread; the sliding post is slidably disposed in the sliding hole, one end of the sliding post is connected to the first heat-conducting element, the other end of the sliding post has a mounting hole, the pressing elastic element is placed in the mounting hole and abuts against the bottom of the threaded groove.

[0009] Furthermore, the threaded groove is provided with a through hole; the mounting hole is provided with a fixing rod, one end of the fixing rod passes through the through hole, and the part of the fixing rod protruding from the knob is provided with a scale ring.

[0010] Furthermore, the module head also includes an elastic plate, a first locking rod, and a second locking rod; the elastic plate, the first locking rod, and the second locking rod are sleeved on the base protrusion, and the elastic plate is located between the first locking rod and the knob; the two ends of the first locking rod are respectively movably connected to the driven racks at two opposite diagonal positions; the two ends of the second locking rod are respectively movably connected to the driven racks at the other two opposite diagonal positions; the two opposite surfaces of the first locking rod and the second locking rod are respectively provided with a plurality of first ramp surfaces and a plurality of second ramp surfaces; when the first locking rod and the second locking rod abut against each other, the first ramp surfaces and the second ramp surfaces can restrict the first locking rod and the second locking rod from rotating relative to each other.

[0011] Furthermore, the flexible heat-conducting wire assembly includes a flexible thin-film sleeve and multiple heat-conducting metal sheets; the multiple heat-conducting metal sheets are stacked in the flexible thin-film sleeve.

[0012] Furthermore, the module's tail end also includes a heat-conducting base and a rotating block; the heat-conducting base is mounted on the second heat-conducting component, the rotating block is rotatably connected to the heat-conducting base, and the rotating block is provided with a magnet; the magnet is used for magnetic connection with the chassis; the second heat-conducting component has a first heat-conducting surface and a second heat-conducting surface; the rotating block has a first position and a second position; in the first position, the surface of the magnet is flush with the first heat-conducting surface; in the second position, the surface of the magnet is flush with the second heat-conducting surface.

[0013] Furthermore, the module head and the flexible heat-conducting wire group are provided in multiple ways, and the module head and the flexible heat-conducting wire group are connected in a one-to-one correspondence; the multiple flexible heat-conducting wire groups are connected to the tail of one module.

[0014] The beneficial effects of the quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer provided in this application are as follows: Compared with the prior art, this application achieves rapid clamping and release of the functional module by setting a telescopic limiting component at the module head, allowing for assembly and disassembly of the functional module and module head without the need for tools. This quick-release structure design effectively solves the maintenance inconvenience problem caused by the reliance on screws for fixing heat-conducting blocks in the prior art. When it is necessary to upgrade or replace the functional module, the operator can easily remove the module head using the telescopic limiting component to operate the functional module, greatly shortening maintenance time and improving work efficiency. The flexible heat-conducting wire assembly allows for adjustable spatial distance between the module head and tail, enabling the heat-conducting module to adapt to functional modules of different specifications and installation positions, effectively improving versatility. At the same time, the flexible heat-conducting wire assembly design reduces restrictions on the relative positions of the module head and tail while ensuring efficient heat transfer, further enhancing installation flexibility. The structural design, in which the first heat-conducting component contacts the heat dissipation area of ​​the functional module and the second heat-conducting component connects to the chassis, ensures that the heat generated by the functional module can be efficiently transferred to the chassis through the flexible heat-conducting wire assembly, and then dissipated to the outside by the chassis. This ensures the heat dissipation effect inside the sealed industrial control computer and improves the stability and reliability of the equipment operation. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 An assembly diagram of a quick-release heat-conducting module and a functional module for a sealed industrial computer provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 A three-dimensional structural diagram of a quick-release heat-conducting module and a functional module for a sealed industrial control computer provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 3 An exploded structural diagram of a quick-release heat-conducting module and a functional module for a sealed industrial computer provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 4 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the module head in a quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial computer provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the open state of the limiting component in the quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial computer provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the clamping state of the limiting component in a quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial computer provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 7 A cross-sectional view of the module head in a quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial computer provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 8 An exploded view of the module head in a quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial computer provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 9 A partial structural diagram of the module head in a quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial computer provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 10 A cross-sectional view of the flexible heat-conducting wire group in the quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial computer provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 11 An exploded structural diagram of the tail of the quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial computer provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial computer provided in an embodiment of this application, in which multiple flexible heat-conducting wire groups are connected at the tail of the module.

[0017] The following are the labeling elements in the figure: 10-Motherboard; 20-Functional modules; 21-Heat dissipation area; 100 - Module head; 101 - Base; 111 - Base protrusion; 112 - Guide post; 113 - Base screw; 102 - First heat-conducting component; 103 - Limiting component; 131 - Slot; 132 - Guide rod; 133 - Elastic component; 134 - Driven rack; 104 - Driven wheel; 105 - Button; 151 - Drive rack; 106 - Knob; 107 - Sliding post; 171 - Fixing rod; 172 - Pressing elastic component; 173 - Scale ring; 108 - First locking rod; 181 - First ramp surface; 109 - Second locking rod; 191 - Second ramp surface; 110 - Elastic sheet; 200 - Module tail; 201 - Second heat-conducting component; 211 - First heat-conducting surface; 212 - Second heat-conducting surface; 202 - Heat-conducting base; 203 - Rotating block; 231 - Magnet; 232 - Threaded hole; 204 - Long screw; 205 - Short screw; 300 - Flexible heat-conducting wire assembly; 301 - Flexible thin film sleeve; 302 - Heat-conducting metal sheet; 303 - First quick-release nut; 304 - Second quick-release nut. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects to be solved by this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and are not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0019] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly on that other component. When a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to that other component.

[0020] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0021] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0022] Please refer to the following: Figure 1 and Figure 2The quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial computer provided in this application embodiment will now be described. The industrial computer includes a chassis, a motherboard 10 and a function module 20 disposed in the chassis, and the function module 20 is mounted on the motherboard 10. The quick-release heat-conducting module for the sealed industrial computer includes a module head 100, a module tail 200 and a flexible heat-conducting wire assembly 300; the module head 100 includes a base 101 and a telescopic limiting component and a first heat-conducting element 102 movably disposed in the base 101, the telescopic limiting component being used to clamp the function module 20 of the industrial computer; as Figure 4 As shown, the first heat-conducting component 102 abuts against the heat dissipation area 21 of the functional module 20; the module tail 200 includes a second heat-conducting component 201, which is connected to the chassis of the industrial control computer; one end of the flexible heat-conducting wire group 300 is connected to the first heat-conducting component 102, and the other end of the flexible heat-conducting wire group 300 is connected to the second heat-conducting component 201; the heat generated by the functional module 20 is transferred to the chassis via the first heat-conducting component 102, the flexible heat-conducting wire group 300, and the second heat-conducting component 201, and the chassis dissipates the heat to the outside.

[0023] The quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial computer provided in this application embodiment, compared with the prior art, achieves rapid clamping and release of the functional module 20 by setting a telescopic limiting component on the module head 100. Assembly and disassembly of the functional module 20 and the module head 100 can be completed without the need for tools. This quick-release structure design effectively solves the maintenance inconvenience problem caused by the reliance on screws for fixing heat-conducting blocks in the prior art. When it is necessary to upgrade or replace the functional module 20, the operator can easily remove the module head 100 using the telescopic limiting component to operate the functional module 20, greatly shortening maintenance time and improving work efficiency. The flexible heat-conducting wire group 300 allows for adjustable spatial distance between the module head 100 and the module tail 200, enabling the heat-conducting module to adapt to functional modules 20 of different specifications and installation positions, effectively improving versatility. At the same time, the design of the flexible heat-conducting wire group 300, while ensuring efficient heat transfer, reduces restrictions on the relative positions of the module head 100 and tail, further enhancing installation flexibility. The structural design of the first heat-conducting component 102 abutting against the heat dissipation area 21 of the functional module 20 and the second heat-conducting component 201 connecting to the chassis ensures that the heat generated by the functional module 20 can be efficiently transferred to the chassis through the flexible heat-conducting wire group 300, and then dissipated to the outside by the chassis, thereby ensuring the heat dissipation effect inside the sealed industrial control computer and improving the stability and reliability of equipment operation.

[0024] In one embodiment of this application, the telescopic limiting component is provided with a slot 131, and there are two sets of telescopic limiting components. The two sets of telescopic limiting components are arranged opposite to each other, and the two ends of the functional module 20 are respectively clamped in the slots 131 of the two sets of telescopic limiting components.

[0025] In this embodiment, by setting two sets of telescopic limiting components, it is possible to accommodate functional modules 20 of different widths. When the width of the functional module 20 changes, the two sets of telescopic limiting components can adapt through their own telescopic adjustment, further improving the adaptability of the module head 100 to functional modules 20 of different specifications. Compared with the single-sided limiting structure, this double-sided clamping method can distribute the clamping force more evenly, avoiding damage to the functional module 20 due to excessive local force, while also ensuring stable contact between the first heat-conducting component 102 and the heat dissipation area 21 of the functional module 20, ensuring the continuity and efficiency of heat transfer.

[0026] Specifically, the slot 131 can be a trapezoidal slot, and the inner wall of the trapezoidal slot is designed as an inclined surface. When the end of the functional module 20 is inserted into the slot 131, the inclined surface can guide the functional module 20, making it easier to quickly find the installation position. At the same time, the contact between the inclined surface and the end of the functional module 20 can increase the contact area and improve the stability of clamping.

[0027] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to the following: Figure 5 and Figure 6 The telescopic limiting assembly includes a limiting member 103, a driven rack 134, a driven wheel 104, and a button 105; a slot 131 is provided on the limiting member 103, and a guide rod 132 is also provided on the limiting member 103. The slot 131 is used to clamp the functional module 20, and the guide rod 132 is slidably connected to the base 101; one side of the driven rack 134 has a protrusion, which is connected to the guide rod 132; an elastic member 133 is provided on the guide rod 132, which is elastic... One end of the elastic element 133 abuts against the base 101, and the other end of the elastic element 133 abuts against the protrusion; the driven wheel 104 is rotatably connected to the base 101; the button 105 is slidably connected to the base 101, and the button 105 is provided with a drive rack 151; the drive rack 151, the driven rack 134 and the guide rod 132 are arranged in parallel; the drive rack 151 and the driven rack 134 are respectively arranged on both sides of the driven wheel 104 and mesh with the driven wheel 104.

[0028] In this embodiment, when the functional module 20 needs to be installed, the operator can press the button 105, which drives the rack 151 to slide with the button 105 and rotates the driven wheel 104. The driven wheel 104 then drives the driven rack 134 to move away from the functional module 20. At this time, the guide rod 132 slides in the base 101, the elastic element 133 is compressed, and the limiting element 103 moves with the guide rod 132, increasing the distance between the slots 131 of the two sets of telescopic limiting components, making it easier to insert both ends of the functional module 20 into the slots 131. Figure 6As shown in the diagram, the hollow arrow indicates the pressing direction of button 105, and the solid arrow indicates the moving direction of the limiting member 103. After releasing button 105, the elastic member 133 releases its elastic potential energy, pushing the protrusion to drive the guide rod 132 to reset. The driven rack 134 moves with the guide rod 132 and drives the drive rack 151 and button 105 back to their initial positions via the driven wheel 104. The limiting member 103 resets under the action of the guide rod 132, and the slot 131 clamps the end of the functional module 20, realizing the quick installation and fixation of the functional module 20. When disassembling the functional module 20, pressing button 105 again increases the spacing of the slot 131, allowing the functional module 20 to be removed directly. The entire process requires no tools, making it convenient and efficient, and effectively improving the maintenance and replacement efficiency of the functional module 20.

[0029] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to the following: Figure 5 and Figure 6 Along the centerline of the sliding direction of button 105, there are two sets of guide rods 132, driven racks 134, driven wheels 104 and drive racks 151 symmetrically arranged.

[0030] In this embodiment, two sets of guide rods 132 are located on both sides of the button 105, and each set of guide rods 132 is fixedly connected to the corresponding driven rack 134. The driven wheel 104 meshes with the drive rack 151 and the driven rack 134 on the same side. This symmetrical layout ensures that the button 105 is subjected to uniform force during sliding, avoiding jamming or uneven wear of parts caused by force on one side. At the same time, the two sets of elastic elements 133 are compressed and reset synchronously, ensuring that the clamping force of the limiting element 103 on the functional module 20 is more balanced and stable, further improving the reliability and service life of the installation structure.

[0031] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to the following: Figure 7 and Figure 8 The base 101 has a base protrusion 111, which has a sliding hole and an external thread on its outer wall. The module head 100 also includes a knob 106, a sliding post 107, and a pressing elastic member 172. One end face of the knob 106 has a threaded groove that is connected to the external thread. The sliding post 107 is slidably disposed in the sliding hole. One end of the sliding post 107 is connected to the first heat-conducting member 102, and the other end of the sliding post 107 has a mounting hole. The pressing elastic member 172 is placed in the mounting hole and abuts against the bottom of the threaded groove.

[0032] In this embodiment, the knob 106 is rotated by engaging the external thread of the base protrusion 111 with the threaded groove. When the knob 106 is rotated clockwise, the pressure on the pressing elastic member 172 at the bottom of the threaded groove increases. The pressing elastic member 172 transmits the pressure to the sliding column 107 through the mounting hole, pushing the sliding column 107 to move along the sliding hole towards the functional module 20. This causes the first heat-conducting member 102 to fit tightly against the heat dissipation area 21 of the functional module 20, ensuring efficient heat transfer. When the knob 106 is rotated counterclockwise, the pressure on the pressing elastic member 172 at the bottom of the threaded groove decreases. The sliding column 107 can retract appropriately under the action of the functional module 20 or other reaction forces, which facilitates adjusting the pressure of the first heat-conducting member 102 according to actual installation requirements. This avoids damage to the functional module 20 due to excessive pressure and also adapts to heat dissipation areas 21 with different thicknesses or surface flatness, improving the adaptability of thermal contact.

[0033] The height of the heat dissipation area 21 of different functional modules 20 is different. By rotating the knob 106 to adjust the axial position of the sliding column 107, the first heat conduction element 102 can adapt to the heat dissipation area 21 of different heights, ensuring that it fits tightly with the heat dissipation area 21 of the functional module 20.

[0034] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 7 The base 101 is provided with a guide post 112, and the first heat-conducting component 102 is provided with a guide hole. The guide post 112 is slidably connected to the guide hole. The cooperation between the guide post 112 and the guide hole provides a dual guiding function for the movement of the first heat-conducting component 102. Together with the cooperation of the sliding post 107 and the sliding hole, they form a stable guiding system, further ensuring that the first heat-conducting component 102 will not tilt or deviate during axial movement, thereby ensuring that it always maintains a good fit with the functional module 20 and avoiding a decrease in heat conduction efficiency due to poor contact.

[0035] Specifically, the guide hole is a stepped hole, comprising a large hole and a small hole; a base screw 113 is connected to the end of the guide post 112; the inner diameter of the small hole matches the outer diameter of the guide post 112, and the head diameter of the base screw 113 is larger than the inner diameter of the small hole but smaller than the inner diameter of the large hole. The shank of the base screw 113 passes through the small hole and is threadedly connected to the guide post 112. When the first heat-conducting element 102 slides along the guide post 112, the large hole portion of the stepped hole provides movement space for the head of the base screw 113, preventing the base screw 113 from interfering with the movement of the first heat-conducting element 102. Simultaneously, when the head of the base screw 113 abuts against the stepped surface of the stepped hole, it limits the maximum movement distance of the first heat-conducting element 102, preventing it from falling off the guide post 112 and providing axial limiting. This design ensures stable movement of the first heat-conducting element 102 while improving the structural safety and reliability.

[0036] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 7 The threaded groove has a through hole; the mounting hole has a fixing rod 171, one end of the fixing rod 171 passes through the through hole, and the part of the fixing rod 171 that protrudes from the knob has a scale ring 173.

[0037] In this embodiment, when the knob 106 is rotated downwards, the scale ring 173 gradually protrudes from the surface of the button 105. The operator can visually judge the downward movement distance of the fixing rod 171 by observing the scale value exposed on the scale ring 173, thereby accurately controlling the contact pressure between the first heat-conducting component 102 and the functional module 20. For example, when the scale ring 173 displays "3mm", it indicates that the fixing rod 171 drives the first heat-conducting component 102 to move downwards by 3mm. At this time, the compression amount of the pressing elastic component 172 can be converted into the actual pre-tightening force through the preset elastic coefficient, ensuring that functional modules 20 of different specifications can obtain suitable heat-conducting contact pressure, avoiding the problem of poor heat conduction due to insufficient pressure or damage to the functional module 20 due to excessive pressure, and providing data support for the precise installation and debugging of the module. At the same time, the contact tightness between the first heat-conducting component 102 and the functional module 20 can also be adjusted by rotating to different scale values ​​according to different heat conduction requirements to achieve the best heat dissipation effect.

[0038] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to the following: Figure 8 and Figure 9 The module head 100 also includes an elastic sheet 110, a first locking rod 108, and a second locking rod 109. The elastic sheet 110, the first locking rod 108, and the second locking rod 109 are sleeved on the base protrusion 111, with the elastic sheet 110 located between the first locking rod 108 and the knob 106. The two ends of the first locking rod 108 are movably connected to the driven racks 134 at two opposite corners. The two ends of the second locking rod 109 are movably connected to the driven racks 134 at the other two opposite corners. The two opposite surfaces of the first locking rod 108 and the second locking rod 109 are respectively provided with a plurality of first ramp surfaces 181 and a plurality of second ramp surfaces 191. When the first locking rod 108 and the second locking rod 109 abut against each other, the first ramp surfaces 181 and the second ramp surfaces 191 can restrict the first locking rod 108 and the second locking rod 109 from rotating relative to each other.

[0039] Before installing the module head 100, the knob 106 is in the initial loose state. At this time, the first heat-conducting element 102 is in the retracted position, and the elastic plate 110 remains in a natural state between the knob 106 and the first locking rod 108. When the button 105 is pressed to drive the driven rack 134 to move, the first locking rod 108 and the second locking rod 109 move synchronously with the driven rack 134. At this time, the first ramp surface 181 and the second ramp surface 191 separate from each other, and the first locking rod 108 and the second locking rod 109 can rotate relative to each other. After the button 105 is released, the elastic element 133 pushes the driven rack 134 to reset, and at the same time, the knob 106 is turned down. The knob 106 engages with the external thread of the base protrusion 111 through the threaded groove, driving the sliding column 107 to slide along the sliding hole, thereby causing the first heat-conducting element 102 to move towards the functional module 20. At the same time, the downward-pressing elastic element 172 is compressed and generates an elastic preload. During this process, the knob 106 presses the first locking rod 108 downward through the elastic plate 110. The first locking rod 108 moves down with the knob 106 and comes into contact with the second locking rod 109. At this time, the first slope surface 181 of the first locking rod 108 and the second slope surface 191 of the second locking rod 109 mesh with each other, restricting the relative rotation of the first locking rod 108 and the second locking rod 109. The movable connection between the driven rack 134 and the first locking rod 108 and the second locking rod 109 fixes the position of the driven rack 134, achieving the effect of self-locking and anti-loosening. This ensures that the clamping state of the telescopic limit assembly on the functional module 20 remains stable, preventing the functional module 20 from loosening due to vibration or other factors during equipment operation.

[0040] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 10 The flexible heat-conducting wire assembly 300 includes a flexible thin film sleeve 301 and multiple heat-conducting metal sheets 302; the multiple heat-conducting metal sheets 302 are stacked in the flexible thin film sleeve 301.

[0041] In this embodiment, by setting a flexible thin-film sleeve 301, the internal heat-conducting metal sheets 302 can be effectively wrapped and protected, preventing the metal sheets from scattering, deforming, or oxidizing during bending or movement. This ensures that the heat-conducting metal sheets 302 always maintain a stable stacked structure, thereby maintaining good heat transfer performance. Using multiple stacked heat-conducting metal sheets 302 can significantly increase the overall heat-conducting area of ​​the heat-conducting wire assembly. Compared to a single metal sheet structure, the stacked sheets form a dense heat conduction path, effectively improving the heat transfer efficiency along the length. Simultaneously, the metal sheets themselves have good flexibility, and the stacked combination further enhances the bending performance of the heat-conducting wire assembly, transforming the connection between the heat-conducting module and the chassis into a flexible connection. When assembly errors or vibrations occur, it can prevent the functional module 20 from being stressed or damaged. The flexible heat-conducting wire assembly 300 can be replaced with wire assemblies of different lengths according to different chassis sizes; it can also be replaced with wire assemblies composed of different thermal conductivity and materials according to heat conduction requirements.

[0042] In one embodiment of this application, the flexible thin film sleeve 301 is filled with thermally conductive silicone grease. The thermally conductive silicone grease can fill the tiny gaps between the thermally conductive metal sheets 302 and between the sheets and the inner wall of the flexible thin film sleeve 301, further reducing the interfacial thermal resistance and making the heat transfer between the stacked metal sheets smoother. At the same time, it enhances the overall structural stability of the flexible thermally conductive wire assembly 300, and avoids the relative displacement of the metal sheets due to vibration or bending during long-term use, thereby ensuring the long-term reliability of the thermal conductivity of the thermally conductive wire assembly.

[0043] Specifically, the flexible heat-conducting wire assembly 300 has a first mounting hole and a second mounting hole at both ends, the first heat-conducting element 102 has a first stud, and the second heat-conducting element 201 has a second stud. Figure 3 As shown, the first mounting hole and the first stud are fixedly connected by a first quick-release nut 303, and the second mounting hole and the second stud are fixedly connected by a second quick-release nut 304. This quick-release nut connection method requires no tools; simply tightening or loosening the nut manually completes the assembly and disassembly of the flexible heat-conducting wire assembly 300 from the module head 100 and tail, further simplifying the maintenance process. Simultaneously, the outer circumference of the first and second studs is provided with anti-slip textures, effectively preventing the quick-release nuts from loosening due to vibration during equipment operation, ensuring the connection stability between the heat-conducting wire assembly and the heat-conducting component, thereby guaranteeing the continuity of the heat transfer channel.

[0044] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to the following: Figure 11 and Figure 12 The module tail section 200 also includes a heat-conducting base 202 and a rotating block 203; the heat-conducting base 202 is mounted on the second heat-conducting component 201, and the rotating block 203 is rotatably connected to the heat-conducting base 202. A magnet 231 is provided on the rotating block 203; the magnet 231 is used for magnetic connection with the chassis; the second heat-conducting component 201 has a first heat-conducting surface 211 and a second heat-conducting surface 212; the rotating block 203 has a first position and a second position; in the first position, the surface of the magnet 231 is flush with the first heat-conducting surface 211; in the second position, the surface of the magnet 231 is flush with the second heat-conducting surface 212.

[0045] Specifically, the heat-conducting base 202 is connected to the second heat-conducting component 201 by a long screw 204, and the rotating block 203 is connected to the heat-conducting base 202 by a short screw 205.

[0046] In this embodiment, by setting a magnetic connection between the magnet 231 and the chassis, the module tail 200 can be quickly positioned and fixed to the chassis without the need for additional mechanical fasteners, greatly simplifying the installation process. The second heat-conducting component 201 has a first heat-conducting surface 211 and a second heat-conducting surface 212, and the installation position of the second heat-conducting component 201 on the chassis can be selected according to different chassis space and heat dissipation requirements.

[0047] In this embodiment, the first heat-conducting surface 211 and the second heat-conducting surface 212 are two vertically adjacent sides. The area of ​​the first heat-conducting surface 211 is smaller than the area of ​​the second heat-conducting surface 212. When the heat dissipation demand is not high, the rotating block 203 can be rotated to the first position, so that the magnet 231 is flush with the first heat-conducting surface 211 and adsorbed onto the inner wall of the chassis. At this time, the second heat-conducting component 201 contacts the chassis through the smaller area of ​​the first heat-conducting surface 211, which meets the basic heat dissipation demand. When the operating power of the equipment is high and the heat dissipation demand increases, the rotating block 203 is rotated to the second position, so that the magnet 231 is flush with the larger area of ​​the second heat-conducting surface 212. The second heat-conducting surface 212 contacts the chassis, increasing the heat dissipation area and improving the heat dissipation efficiency. When the heat dissipation demand is very high, the second heat-conducting component 201 can be placed at the corner of the chassis, so that both the first heat-conducting surface 211 and the second heat-conducting surface 212 are in contact with the chassis. By having both heat-conducting surfaces simultaneously adhere to the inner wall of the chassis, the heat-conducting contact area is further expanded, forming a three-dimensional heat dissipation structure. This design allows the module's tail section 200 to flexibly switch between three different contact modes according to actual heat dissipation requirements. This adapts to lightweight installation in low-power scenarios while also meeting the enhanced heat dissipation needs during high-load operation, greatly improving the adaptability of the thermal module to different operating conditions. Simultaneously, the rotating connection structure between the rotating block 203 and the thermal base 202 is simple and reliable. Operators only need to manually rotate the rotating block 203 to switch positions, and with the immediate attraction and fixation of the magnet 231, the entire process requires no tools, enabling rapid adjustment of the module's tail section 200 installation method.

[0048] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 12 The rotating block 203 has a threaded hole 232, which can be used to install auxiliary fasteners according to actual installation needs. For example, in scenarios where the chassis space is small or the connection strength requirement is high, fastening screws can be screwed into the threaded hole 232 to form a dual fixation of mechanical connection and magnetic attraction between the rotating block 203 and the chassis, further improving the stability of the module tail 200 installation and avoiding position displacement caused by long-term vibration.

[0049] In one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 12 The module head 100 and the flexible heat-conducting wire group 300 are provided in multiple ways, and the module head 100 and the flexible heat-conducting wire group 300 are connected in a one-to-one correspondence; multiple flexible heat-conducting wire groups 300 are connected to the tail 200 of a module.

[0050] In this embodiment, multiple module heads 100 can contact different functional modules 20 within the industrial computer. Each module head 100 independently absorbs the heat generated by its corresponding functional module 20 and, through a connected flexible heat-conducting wire group 300, gathers the heat to the same module tail 200, which then transfers the concentrated heat to the chassis for heat dissipation. This multi-input single-output structural design enables simultaneous and efficient heat dissipation from multiple heat sources within the industrial computer, avoiding the heat accumulation problem that may occur with a single heat dissipation channel. Simultaneously, each module head 100 can be independently adjusted according to the heat output and installation position of its corresponding functional module 20. For example, the contact pressure of the heat-conducting component can be controlled by rotating its respective knob 106, or the length and material of the suitable flexible heat-conducting wire group 300 can be selected to ensure that different functional modules 20 receive a matching heat dissipation solution. The design of sharing a single module tail 200 simplifies the layout of the heat dissipation interfaces on the chassis, reduces the space occupation and structural complexity of the chassis caused by the installation of multiple independent heat dissipation components, and facilitates the maintenance and management of the overall heat dissipation system. When it is necessary to upgrade the heat dissipation performance, the module head 100 or the flexible heat conduction wire group 300 can be replaced in a targeted manner without adjusting the entire heat dissipation structure.

[0051] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer, characterized in that, include: The module head includes a base, a telescopic limiting component and a first heat-conducting component movably disposed in the base, the telescopic limiting component being used to clamp the functional module of the industrial control computer; the first heat-conducting component abuts against the heat dissipation area of ​​the functional module. The module tail section includes a second heat-conducting component, which is connected to the chassis of the industrial computer. A flexible heat-conducting wire assembly, one end of which is connected to the first heat-conducting component, and the other end of which is connected to the second heat-conducting component; The heat generated by the functional module is transferred to the chassis via the first heat-conducting component, the flexible heat-conducting wire group, and the second heat-conducting component, and then dissipated to the outside by the chassis.

2. The quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The telescopic limiting component is provided with a slot, and there are two sets of the telescopic limiting component. The two sets of the telescopic limiting component are arranged opposite to each other, and the two ends of the functional module are respectively clamped in the slots of the two sets of the telescopic limiting component.

3. The quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The telescopic limiting component includes: The limiting component has a slot disposed on it and a guide rod disposed on it. The slot is used to clamp the functional module, and the guide rod is slidably connected to the base. The driven rack has a protrusion on one side, which is connected to the guide rod; the guide rod is provided with an elastic element, one end of which abuts against the base, and the other end of which abuts against the protrusion. Driven wheel, the driven wheel being rotatably connected to the base; A button is slidably connected to the base, and a drive rack is provided on the button; the drive rack, the driven rack, and the guide rod are arranged in parallel; the drive rack and the driven rack are respectively located on both sides of the driven wheel and mesh with the driven wheel.

4. The quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer as described in claim 3, characterized in that, Along the center line of the button sliding direction, two sets of the guide rods, the driven rack, the driven wheel and the drive rack are symmetrically arranged.

5. The quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The base has a base protrusion, the base protrusion has a sliding hole, and the outer wall of the base protrusion has an external thread; The module head also includes a knob, a sliding post, and a pressing elastic element. One end face of the knob is provided with a threaded groove, which is connected to the external thread. The sliding post is slidably disposed in the sliding hole. One end of the sliding post is connected to the first heat-conducting element, and the other end of the sliding post has a mounting hole. The pressing elastic element is placed in the mounting hole and abuts against the bottom of the threaded groove.

6. The quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The threaded groove has a through hole; the mounting hole has a fixing rod, one end of which passes through the through hole, and the part of the fixing rod protruding from the knob has a scale ring.

7. The quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The module head also includes an elastic plate, a first locking rod, and a second locking rod; the elastic plate, the first locking rod, and the second locking rod are sleeved on the base protrusion, and the elastic plate is located between the first locking rod and the knob; the two ends of the first locking rod are respectively movably connected to the driven racks at two opposite diagonal positions; the two ends of the second locking rod are respectively movably connected to the driven racks at the other two opposite diagonal positions; The first locking rod and the second locking rod have multiple first ramps and multiple second ramps on their opposite surfaces, respectively; when the first locking rod and the second locking rod abut against each other, the first ramps and the second ramps can restrict the first locking rod and the second locking rod from rotating relative to each other.

8. The quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The flexible heat-conducting wire assembly includes a flexible thin-film sleeve and multiple heat-conducting metal sheets; the multiple heat-conducting metal sheets are stacked in the flexible thin-film sleeve.

9. The quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The module's rear end also includes a heat-conducting base and a rotating block; the heat-conducting base is mounted on the second heat-conducting component, the rotating block is rotatably connected to the heat-conducting base, and a magnet is provided on the rotating block; the magnet is used for magnetic connection with the chassis. The second heat-conducting component has a first heat-conducting surface and a second heat-conducting surface; the rotating block has a first position and a second position; in the first position, the surface of the magnet is flush with the first heat-conducting surface; in the second position, the surface of the magnet is flush with the second heat-conducting surface.

10. The quick-release heat-conducting module for a sealed industrial control computer as described in any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, The module head and the flexible heat-conducting wire group are provided in multiple ways, and the module head and the flexible heat-conducting wire group are connected in a one-to-one correspondence; Multiple flexible heat-conducting wire groups are connected to the tail of one of the modules.

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