Electrical room for a modular data centre system and method of operation for the room
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- MODULAR DATA CENTERS IND COMÉRCIO E SERVIÇOS LTDA
- Filing Date
- 2026-01-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-30
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Abstract
Description
[0001] ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM, AND METHOD OF OPERATION OF THE ROOM FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0002]
[0001] The present innovation belongs to the field of Engineering, in its technological aspect of modular infrastructure, more specifically, in structures developed for data processing centers, such as electrical room structures for data centers, but not limiting the invention to this single field, since the product can be applied in the most diverse technological areas of Engineering.
[0003] BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
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[0002] The demand for data center facilities has been steadily increasing with the rise in global connectivity. This growth directly impacts the capacity for data storage, processing, and control, which can be used in a wide variety of industries, businesses, offices, shopping malls, commercial establishments, and even leisure environments. All the technology applied in these diverse solutions relies on a data center for its operation.
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[0003] The demand for data centers available for the completion of construction projects within a year is a need that remains unsolved in the current state of the art, with traditional masonry constructions typically taking around three years, depending on the data center's capacity. However, the urgency for data centers to become operational requires that this development and installation time be reduced, potentially reaching a timeframe of less than 6 (six) months, starting with contracting, then project development, manufacturing, transportation, installation, testing, and activation.
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[0004] Another difficulty of the state of the art is the integration between the components that constitute the data center, preferably, in the condition of expanding the processing or storage capacity of the data center.
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[0005] In addition to its internal characteristics, the modular system that makes up the data center needs to be secure enough to prevent the possibility of break-ins or intrusion by unauthorized or unqualified persons. Furthermore, such a solution must be protected against inclement weather, such as dust, rain, sea air, and even more extreme conditions like fire.
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[0006] Aiming to obtain a solution that resolves all the technical problems listed above, with all their adversities, this document describes the electrical room for a modular data center system, capable of meeting all the operational requirements of a data center.
[0009]
[0007] Several solutions have been developed seeking optimization and improvements for data centers, more specifically in solutions for electrical rooms, given the extensive use of this equipment.
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[0008] In 2023, patent application CN219261884 described as a solution the use of a modular system for a data center machine room, where it is proposed in a single structure with all the components of a data center within one enclosure, containing: data cabinet, air conditioning, power cabinet, cooling tower, water pump and control box.The description of the solution clearly indicates that it is a solution for small data centers, which differs from the scope of the solution proposed in this document. The proposed solution aims to be a solution for large data centers, with the possibility of scalable and rapid expansion, with dedicated areas for each of the components that make up a smaller, simpler, and less secure data center. Specifically, it includes a dedicated structure for the electrical room, and other specific structures to house each of the redundant electrical rooms; data room; cooling room; and finally, a structure for the telecommunications room. Each room structure is assembled with sub-parts called bases and ceilings. The number of bases and ceilings used in assembling each room can vary, impacting the total area required for each room in the developed solution, according to the capacity required for the modular data center system.
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[0009] Also in 2023, US patent 11917788, entitled “MODULAR DATA CENTER”, proposed as an innovation a modular data center that had a microgrid with a power converter connected to a direct current bus, and a digital power system, which included a digital power transformer, a set of transmission lines and a digital power receiver. The solution also had an adiabatic cooling system, probably due to the country of origin of the solution. This solution differs from the solution developed in this document, since it presents the entire modular data center system in a single structure, which houses the data room, the electrical room, and the cooling room.Meanwhile, the solution developed in this document has a dedicated and isolated structure for the equipment necessary for the operation of an electrical room, in addition to having the feature of expanding the energy capacity of the electrical room, which powers the entire modular data center system.
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[0010] In short, none of the documents available in the prior art proposed the development of an electrical room for a modular data center system that could be developed and available for operation in less than six months, while still guaranteeing all safety requirements, fire protection, and protection against weather conditions such as water, dust, sea air, or contaminants, through a robust and meticulously developed modular system designed to ensure uninterrupted operation in accordance with the most demanding international market standards. Another striking solution lies in the versatility of the prior art solution regarding installation, as it solves the problem of fixed and permanent installations, since it can be quickly transported from different locations using the lifting solutions integrated into the structural solution of the redundant electrical room of the modular system.
[0013] OBJECTIVES OF THE INVENTION
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[0011] The present innovation aims to develop an electrical room for a modular data center system, capable of enabling the safe operation of a data center in both outdoor and indoor environments, whether enclosed or partially enclosed.
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[0012] It is also the objective of the electrical room to guarantee full availability for operation throughout 365 days a year, without any interruption of data storage or processing operations or other operations performed by the data room of the modular data center system.
[0013] Furthermore, the innovation developed also aims at robust isolation of the external environment from the internal environment, in order to guarantee all the necessary conditions for the operation of the data center.
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[0014] Finally, the modular data center system has the versatility of being moved from one area to another, which is not possible in a masonry structure; therefore, the electrical room developed also needs to have this portability characteristic.
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[0015] And, still with regard to the operation of the electrical room, the objective of the present solution is to develop a method that describes the operation of the electrical room of the modular data center system.
[0018] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES
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[0016] In order to facilitate understanding of the developed system and the method of the present invention, this patent includes the figures described below:
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[0017] Figure 1 shows the front perspective view of the modular system.
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[0018] Figure 1A shows the front perspective view of the first configurable variant of the modular system.
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[0019] Figure 2 illustrates the front perspective view of the electrical room.
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[0020] Figure 3 shows the front perspective view of base 1, of the electrical room.
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[0021] Figure 4 shows the front perspective view of base 2, of the electrical room.
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[0022] Figure 5 shows the front perspective view of ceiling 1, of the electrical room.
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[0023] Figure 6 shows the front perspective view of ceiling 2, in the electrical room.
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[0024] Figure 7 shows the front perspective view of base 1 assembled with roof 1, of the electrical room.
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[0025] Figure 8 shows the front perspective view of base 1 assembled with roof 1 and base 2, of the electrical room.
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[0026] Figure 9 illustrates the front perspective view of base 1 assembled with ceiling 1, with base 2 and with ceiling 2, of the electrical room.
[0027] Figure 10 illustrates the front perspective view of base 1 assembled with base 2, of the electrical room.
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[0028] Figure 11 shows the rear perspective view of base 1 assembled with base 2, of the electrical room.
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[0029] Figure 12 shows the top view of base 1 assembled with base 2, in the electrical room.
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[0030] Figure 13 shows an enlarged front perspective view of base 1, of the electrical room.
[0033] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
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[0031] The electrical room for modular systems developed in the present invention aims to develop modules divided into base and roof sub-parts, in order to allow optimized transport by road, sea, rail and air, mainly to meet the requirements and legislation for transport in urban areas.
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[0032] All sub-parts are structurally self-supporting even when pre-equipped and can be coupled and decoupled according to transport, testing and commissioning needs. Through this modular solution, it is possible to have a modular system with a capacity greater than 36 Megawatts. For example, for a capacity of 600 kW to 7.2 MW, one electrical room is used, which is assembled with two bases and two ceilings, equivalent to serving 1 to 12 data rooms, while for a capacity of 36 MW, up to 5 electrical rooms are used, each electrical room consisting of two bases and two ceilings. In other words, there is a modularity in which the total capacity of the modular data center system can be increased according to the necessary demand, in multiples of 0.6 MW, for each data room added to the solution, with each electrical room capable of serving up to 12 data rooms of the modular data center system.Modularity allows data centers to be built, tested, and pre-commissioned under an industrial process, drastically reducing the cycles required for installation and start-up compared to traditional construction methods. The dimensions of the modules vary between 2.5 and 3.5 meters in width, between 5 and 18 meters in length, and from 2.5 to 6 meters in height. These dimensions are not limiting for the construction of the electrical room, which can have its dimensions varied by varying the number of bases and ceilings used, and even by varying the dimensions of each base and ceiling, since these dimensions can be adjusted to adapt the electrical room to the area where it will be installed.
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[0033] In order to show how the solution is developed for the structure of an electrical room in a modular data center system, Figure 1 is presented, which is a front perspective view of the modular data center system. In this view, it is possible to visualize the data room, the cooling room, the electrical room, and the redundant electrical rooms. Also in Figure 1, the orthogonal axes X, Y, and Z are indicated. The X-axis indicates the longitudinal direction of the structures, a dimension also known as the length of the structures; the Z-axis indicates the transverse direction of the structures, a dimension also known as the width of the structures; and finally, the Y-axis indicates the direction parallel to the height of the structures.
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[0034] The previous perspective view, illustrated in Figure 1A, shows the first alternative solution for the modular data center, which consists of two data rooms, two cooling rooms, one electrical room and two redundant electrical rooms, and a telecommunications room, which is not visible in this figure. Other alternative configurations can be used, since 1 electrical room and 2 redundant electrical rooms are capable of serving different numbers of data rooms, up to 12 data rooms, depending on the total capacity demanded by the modular data center system.
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[0035] The previous perspective view illustrated in Figure 2 shows a preferred configuration of an electrical room, which is assembled with two bases and two ceilings. Also in Figure 2, it is possible to visualize the access doors of the electrical room, with the access door of base 1 partially open, while the access door of base 2 is closed. This configuration is presented in order to show the functionality of the electrical room, since during the use of the electrical room, both doors are kept closed and at certain times both doors can be opened in order to expedite possible maintenance, or even a parameterization of the components that are in each of the bases 1 and 2 that make up the electrical room.
[0036] Figure 3 shows a previous perspective view of base 1 of the electrical room; in this view, the access door is hidden in order to allow a better visualization of the interior of base 1.On the right side of the view, there are no closing panels, as this is the side where assembly with base 2 occurs. Also on the right side face, it is possible to see the "X"-shaped structures. These structures were dimensioned to ensure mechanical resistance, guaranteeing the integrity of the structure during the lifting stage of base 1, an operation that is performed both during the loading and unloading process of base 1. Also on the front face of Figure 3, it is possible to see the external finishing panels. In the lower part of the panel on the left side of the view is the quick-connect coupling system for the components that power the electrical room, while in the central part of the panel on the right side of the view is the control panel, which can also be used for functions of the access door of base 1.
[0039]
[0037] Figure 4 shows a front perspective view of base 2, the electrical room. In this view, the access door is hidden to allow a better view of the interior of base 2. On the left side of the view, there are no closing panels, as this is the side where assembly with base 1 occurs. Also on the left side face, it is possible to see the "X"-shaped structures. These structures were also dimensioned to ensure mechanical resistance, in order to guarantee the integrity of the structure during the lifting stage of base 2, an operation that is carried out both in the loading and unloading process of base 2.Still on the front face of Figure 4, it is possible to visualize the external finishing closures. In the closure on the right side of the view, at its lower part is the quick-connect coupling system for the components that power the electrical room, and in its central part is the control panel, which can also be used for functions of the access door of base 2. Meanwhile, in the closure on the left side of the view, at its left end, it is possible to partially visualize the junctions used in the coupling of base 2 with base 1.
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[0038] Figure 5 shows a front perspective view of ceiling 1 of the electrical room. In this view, more specifically on the front face of ceiling 1, it is possible to see the rectangular openings. These openings are for the passage of electrical conduits, and it is preferably through these conduits that the electrical room receives power. Other pipes, not visible in this view, house the entire internal fire suppression system, whose cylinder is mounted on base 1 and the piping is shared with base 2, in order to guarantee protection on both sides of the electrical room.On the left side of ceiling 1, there are structures that connect the telecommunications components between the modules, preferably using fiber optic technology, since it does not suffer from magnetic interference, thus transmitting data with maximum efficiency to the IT infrastructure, such as the hardware equipment housed in bases 1 and 2 of the electrical room, as well as the electrical connection components. It is important to note that the number of structures on both the left side and the front of ceiling 1 may have different geometries, depending on the specification requirements of the electrical room, and therefore, these quantities may vary in order to accommodate all installed components.
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[0039] Figure 6 shows a front perspective view of ceiling 2 in the electrical room. In this view, more specifically on the front face of ceiling 2, it is possible to see the rectangular opening used for the passage of the cable trays. It is through these cable trays that the electrical room receives power. Other pipes, not visible in this view, house the entire internal fire suppression system, whose cylinder is mounted on base 1 and the piping is shared with base 2, in order to guarantee protection on both sides of the electrical room.On the right side of ceiling 2, there are structures that connect the telecommunications portion between the modules, preferably using fiber optic technology, since this does not suffer from magnetic interference, thus transmitting data with maximum efficiency to the IT infrastructure, such as the hardware equipment housed in bases 1 and 2 of the electrical room, as well as the electrical connection portion. It is important to note that the number of structures on both the right side and the front face of ceiling 2 may have different geometries, depending on the specification requirements of the electrical room, and therefore, these quantities may vary in order to accommodate all installed components.
[0040] Figure 7 shows a front perspective view of the assembly of base 1 with ceiling 1 of the electrical room.On the right side of this view, it is possible to see the alignment of the structures, preferably metallic, in an "X" shape, mounted on both base 1 and roof 1. Also in Figure 7, it is possible to see the coverings of the upper face of roof 1, and, partially, the "L" shaped structures that seal the upper face with the left side face and with the rear face, both of which are not visible. The internal walls that protect the membrane installed in the structure, between the internal and external walls of both base 1 and roof 1, are partially visible at some points in Figure 7.
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[0041] Figure 8 shows a front perspective view of the assembly of base 1, with ceiling 1 and base 2, of the electrical room. In this view, it is possible to see, on the right side of base 2, the external walls that protect the insulation installed in the structure, between the internal and external walls. Also in Figure 8, it is possible to see the duct system that connects the air conditioning unit installed in base 2 with the piping installed in ceiling 2, not visible in this image. On the front face, more specifically at the assembly interface of the right side of base 1 with the left side of base 2, it is possible to see the joints connecting these structures. Also on the front face, the cladding of the external wall on the left side of base 1 has been removed in order to allow visualization of the structural column, preferably metallic, in the left corner of base 1.
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[0042] Figure 9 shows a front perspective view of the assembly of base 1, with ceiling 1, base 2, and ceiling 2, of the electrical room. In this view, it is possible to see on ceiling 1 and ceiling 2 the finishes used to protect the assembly against weathering, such as rain, sun, dust, and contaminants in general. Specific sealing products, such as silicone and other polymers, are used in the installation of these finishes to help ensure the watertightness of the electrical room after it is fully assembled. On the front face, more specifically at the mounting interface of the right side of ceiling 1 with the left side of ceiling 2, it is possible to see the joints connecting these structures. Also on the front face, the external wall cladding on the left side of base 1 is mounted, in order to allow visualization of the quick-connect fittings, preferably metallic, used for supplying fluids to the electrical room.In this view, it is possible to see how the assemblies are carried out between the bases, between the ceilings, and between the bases and the ceilings, with different types of joints specific to each type of assembly. It is also possible to see on ceiling 1 and ceiling 2 the trunnions used for lifting, both for transport and assembly. In Figure 9, the access doors are hidden.
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[0043] Figure 10 shows a front perspective view of the assembly of base 1 with base 2, in the electrical room. Figure 10 shows the mounting interface between the structures on the right side of base 1 and the left side of base 2. In Figure 10, the access doors are also hidden.
[0045]
[0044] The rear perspective view illustrated in Figure 11 shows the assembly of base 1 with base 2 of the electrical room. In this view, some of the components of the electrical room are identified, with their respective numerical references, such as: the evaporator unit; the cylinder; the distribution panel 3; the distribution panel 4; the distribution panel 5; panel 2; the communication panel; panel 3; the static transfer switch 2 and the remote power supply panel 2.
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[0045] Figure 12 shows the top view of the assembly of base 1 with base 2, of the electrical room. In this view, some of the components of the electrical room are identified, with their respective numerical references, such as: the distribution panel; the static transfer switch; the fire protection system and the fire detector.
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[0046] The front perspective view shown in Figure 13 allows visualization of the air duct structures of the evaporator unit. Also on the front face of Figure 13, the external walls are hidden in order to allow visualization of the area filled with insulation, between the internal and external walls of the electrical room.
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[0047] The mechanical construction of the electrical room consists of a metal structure designed to withstand all the stresses to which the modules are subjected during transport and operation.
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[0048] In short, the function of the electrical room is to ensure the efficient distribution of energy. This is achieved using Electrical Distribution Panels (EDPs), which are responsible for distributing energy to the various circuits of the data center; Power Distribution Units (PDUs), which are used to distribute energy to the individual data equipment of the servers; Cables, which must be organized, labeled, and suitable to support high electrical loads; and Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), which are crucial to ensure continuity of power in case of power grid failures. The sizing of the uninterruptible power supply must be done considering the total load of the modular data center system and the autonomy time required until the generators come online.Cooling and Ventilation Systems: The heat generated by electrical components, uninterruptible power supplies, and generators must be efficiently managed to prevent failures and damage. Air conditioning and ventilation systems must be designed to maintain the temperature within specified limits. Fire Safety and Protection: These are the fire detection and suppression systems installed in the electrical room. Waterless suppression systems, such as inert gas, are preferable to prevent damage to electrical equipment. Monitoring and Control: These are the systems for continuous monitoring of power, temperature, humidity, and equipment status, and can be integrated into a modular data center infrastructure management system.Grounding and surge protection, which is an effective grounding system along with surge protection devices, are essential to protect equipment against power fluctuations and lightning strikes.
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[0049] The modular data center system (1) is preferably developed using the following components: data room (2), cooling room (3), electrical room (4), redundant electrical rooms (5) and telecommunications room (6).
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[0050] This development aims at the design of the electrical room (4), which is part of a technology set, whose function is to guarantee the operation of the modular data center system (1), being a room dedicated to the supply, distribution, protection and control of electrical energy for all critical data equipment and the supporting infrastructure. The dimensioning of the electrical room (4) will depend on the capacity of the modular data center system (1) and its data room (2), which will result in the complexity of the necessary electrical infrastructure.
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[0051] The electrical room (4) is interconnected with the data room (2), with the cooling room (3), with the redundant electrical rooms (5) and with the telecommunications room (6).
[0052] The structure of the electrical room (4) is assembled with base 1 (4.29), with base 2 (4.30), with ceiling 1 (4.31), with ceiling 2 (4.32), with access door 1 (4.33), with access door 2 (4.34), with internal walls (4.35), with external walls (4.36) and with the blanket (4.37).
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[0053] In the external area of the electrical room (4) the external walls (4.36) are mounted, which are responsible for isolating the structure from the external environment, and are responsible for protecting the blanket (4.37) that is mounted between the external walls (4.36) and the internal walls (4.35).
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[0054] The operating structure of the electrical room (4) also provides for a multiple security system against break-ins and vandalism, reinforced by access doors 1 (4.33) and 2 (4.34).
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[0055] The access door (4.33) is used to access the equipment installed in the internal area of base 1 (4.29), in addition to guaranteeing all the safety requirements of the electrical room (4), it also has protection against the entry of weather, chemical contaminants and other elements.
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[0056] Access door 2 (4.34) is used to access the equipment installed in the internal area of base 2 (4.30), in addition to guaranteeing all the safety requirements of the electrical room (4), it also has protection against the entry of weather, chemical contaminants and other elements.
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[0057] The inner walls (4.35) provide protection for the blanket (4.37) in the inner area of the electrical room (4). The outer walls (4.36) provide protection for the blanket (4.37) in the outer area of the electrical room (4).
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[0058] The electrical room (4) contains the blanket (4.37) which is preferably of the ceramic fiber, or rock wool, or glass wool type. The blanket (4.37) is responsible for protecting the electrical room (4), as it has specific fire resistance characteristics for very high temperatures, with the capacity to withstand temperatures up to 1200°C. The ceramic fiber blanket (4.37) is a thermal insulator that, when installed between the inner wall (4.35) and the outer wall (4.36), helps to ensure that the electrical room (4) can withstand an extreme fire or blaze condition.
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[0059] Meanwhile, in the internal area of the electrical room (4) are mounted the evaporator unit (4.1), the main panel (4.2), the transformer (4.3), the distribution panel (4.4), the panel (4.5), the battery cabinet (4.6), the uninterruptible power supply unit (4.7), the distribution panel 2 (4.8), the static transfer switch (4.9), the remote power supply panel (4.10), the evaporator unit 2 (4.11), the cylinder (4.12), the fire protection system (4.13), the fire detector (4.14), distribution panel 3 (4.15), distribution panel 4 (4.16), distribution panel 5 (4.17), panel 2 (4.18), the communication panel (4.19), panel 3 (4.20), the static transfer switch 2 (4.21), the remote power supply panel 2 (4.22), panel 4 (4.23), panel 5 (4.24), DC distribution panel (4.25), DC distribution panel 2 (4.26), rectifier (4.27) and remote power supply panel 3 (4.28).
[0060]
[0060] The evaporator unit (4.1) has the function of transferring heat from the environment to be cooled to the refrigerant fluid circulating inside the evaporator unit (4.1). The evaporator unit (4.1) maintains the programmed ambient temperature in order to maintain the ideal operation of the equipment and other components installed inside the electrical room (4).
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[0061] The main panel (4.2) is a low-voltage main distribution board (LVDB), whose purpose is to be the central point for the distribution of low-voltage electrical energy, receiving energy from transformers or generators and distributing it to different secondary distribution boards, protection equipment, uninterruptible power supply unit, among other equipment. The main function of the main panel (4.2) is: the safe and efficient distribution of electrical energy to all loads connected to the system; protection against overload, short circuit and power failures through circuit breakers and fuses. The main components of the main panel (4.2) are the input and output circuit breakers, which control and protect the input and distribution of energy; the copper busbars, which conduct energy between the circuit breakers and the distribution points; and the instrumentation meters, which monitor voltage, current, frequency and power. The main panel (4.2) is sized for the maximum current that must be met, preferably in the range of 1000A to 4000A, depending on the size and requirements of the modular data center system (1). The main panel (4.2) is designed to withstand high short-circuit current levels, preferably between 25kA and 65kA, ensuring the safety and integrity of the installation. The electrical room (4) allows for redundancy and segmentation criteria, thus the main panel (4.2) can be configured in redundant systems (N+1 or 2N) to ensure high availability and continuity of service, with independent sections to facilitate maintenance. The main panel (4.2) is also equipped with remote monitoring and control systems, allowing real-time supervision of power status and operating conditions.
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[0062] The Transformer (4.3) receives power from the main panel (4.2) and supplies the distribution panel (4.4).
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[0063] The distribution panel (4.4) is designed to manage and distribute power to auxiliary systems, such as lighting, security systems, administrative support equipment, fire alarms, monitoring systems, among others, with the auxiliary systems receiving power safely and reliably, without interfering with the operation of critical data systems. The main functions of the distribution panel (4.4) are: to distribute electrical power to auxiliary systems, which are essential for operational support but are not directly part of the critical data infrastructure; to protect auxiliary loads against overloads, short circuits, and electrical faults, ensuring the safety and continuity of support systems. The main components of the distribution panel (4.4) are: the input and output circuit breakers, which provide overload and short-circuit protection for the circuits that supply auxiliary systems, such as lighting, security systems, and access control; the distribution busbars, which are the copper busbars that efficiently conduct electrical current between the input and output circuit breakers; the energy meters and instrumentation, which are the instruments for monitoring energy parameters such as voltage, current, power, and consumption, allowing for proper management of energy resources and identification of anomalies; the protection relays, which are the devices that detect faults and automatically de-energize specific circuits to prevent damage to auxiliary equipment. The distribution panel (4.4) is sized according to the needs of the auxiliary systems it serves, whose typical capacities preferably range from 100A to 630A, depending on the load and the number of auxiliary systems to be powered. The distribution panel (4.4) can be configured for redundancy (N+1), allowing the auxiliary systems to continue operating during maintenance or component failures. The distribution panel (4.4) also has circuit segmentation, allowing different auxiliary systems to be isolated for maintenance or repair without interrupting the other systems.
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[0064] Panel (4.5) receives power from the static transfer switch (4.9) and is responsible for powering the communication panel (4.19). Panel (4.5) efficiently and safely distributes power from a centralized point to server data equipment and other information technology equipment, used to provide an extension of power distribution from the main distribution panel (4.2) to specific locations, helping to simplify cable management and improve the flexibility of the data center's electrical infrastructure, with the function of distributing electrical power from a centralized source to various loads located in different parts of the electrical room (4) and ensuring protection against overloads and short circuits for the individual circuits of server data equipment and other information technology devices. Panel (4.5) It has the following main components: branch circuit breakers for overload and short-circuit protection for each individual circuit, ensuring that each data equipment or group of equipment receives power safely; distribution busbars, which are the copper busbars that efficiently conduct electrical current from the input circuit breakers to the output circuit breakers; meters and instrumentation, which are the instruments for monitoring energy parameters such as voltage, current, power, and consumption, helping to manage the electrical load and prevent overloads; interface and monitoring panel, which are the digital displays and controls for monitoring operational status, load current, and other important parameters, locally or remotely. The panel's current capacity (4.5) varies according to the needs of the data center, preferably between 100A and 630A or more, depending on the configuration and number of data devices of the servers connected to the panel (4.5). The panel (4.5) distributes power to multiple data devices of the servers or equipment within a specific zone of the data center, and can be integrated with remote monitoring systems, providing real-time power data and control capabilities.
[0065] The battery cabinet (4.6) is the equipment that stores the batteries responsible for the autonomy of critical loads that require uninterrupted power in the systems.
[0065]
[0066] The uninterruptible power supply unit (4.7) provides emergency power to a load when there is a failure in the input power source or in the electrical room power grid (4).
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[0067] Distribution panel 2 (4.8) is specifically designed to distribute electrical power to the data rooms (2) of an electrical room (4). The data rooms (2) house the server data equipment and other essential information technology equipment, and distribution panel 2 (4.8) is responsible for providing reliable and efficient power to these loads. Distribution panel 2 (4.8) enables efficient power management for multiple server data equipment and other critical equipment, ensuring continuity of operations and minimizing the risk of power outages that could affect service availability. The main function of distribution panel 2 (4.8) is the distribution of electrical power to the data loads of the data rooms (2); protection of the loads against electrical faults such as overload, short circuit and power fluctuations.Its main components are: input and output circuit breakers, which protect and control the distribution of energy to different circuits that power server data equipment, network equipment, etc.; distribution busbars, which are the copper or aluminum busbars that efficiently conduct energy between the circuit breakers and the connected loads; meters and instrumentation, which are the measuring equipment to monitor electrical parameters such as voltage, current, power, and energy consumption, helping in energy efficiency management; protection relays, which detect electrical faults and automatically de-energize circuits to protect equipment and ensure continuity of operation. Distribution panel 2 (4.8) It has redundancy and segmentation, designed to operate in redundant configurations (N+1; 2N), ensuring high power availability for data equipment, even during maintenance or component failures. Distribution panel 2 (4.8) can be segmented to serve different zones of the modular data center system (1) or different groups of data equipment, facilitating management and maintenance. Distribution panel 2 (4.8) is sized for the total load of the modular data center system (1) it serves, preferably for typical capacities ranging from 400A to 2500A, depending on the number of data equipment and the power density of each. Distribution panel 2 (4.8) is integrated with the main panel (4.2) and the uninterruptible power supply unit (4.7) to ensure continuity of power to the data rooms (2) in case of power grid failures. Distribution panel 2 (4.8) Includes remote monitoring and control systems, allowing real-time supervision of power status, operating conditions, and alerts for rapid response to problems.
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[0068] The static transfer switch (4.9) is the equipment that allows selecting the power supply from a main source or an alternative source.
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[0069] The remote power panel (4.10) efficiently and safely distributes power from a centralized point to server data equipment and other information technology equipment, used to provide an extension of power distribution from a main distribution panel (4.2) to specific locations, helping to simplify cable management and improve the flexibility of the electrical infrastructure of the modular data center system (1) with the function of distributing electrical power from a centralized source to various loads located in different parts of the electrical room (4) and ensuring protection against overloads and short circuits for individual circuits of server data equipment and other information technology devices. The main components of the remote power panel (4.10) are: branch circuit breakers, which provide overload and short-circuit protection for each individual circuit, ensuring that each data equipment or group of equipment receives power safely; distribution busbars, which are the copper busbars that efficiently conduct electrical current from the input circuit breakers to the output circuit breakers; meters and instrumentation, which are the instruments for monitoring energy parameters such as voltage, current, power, and consumption, helping to manage the electrical load and prevent overloads; interface and monitoring panel, which are the digital displays and controls for monitoring operational status, load current, and other important parameters, locally or remotely. The current capacity of the remote power supply panel (4.10) varies according to the needs of the modular data center system (1), preferably between 100A and 630A or more, depending on the configuration and number of data equipment of the servers connected to the panel. The remote power panel (4.10) can be integrated with remote monitoring systems, providing real-time power data and control capabilities.
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[0070] Evaporator unit 2 (4.11) has the function of transferring heat from the environment to be cooled to the refrigerant fluid circulating inside the evaporator unit (4.11). The evaporator unit (4.11) maintains the programmed ambient temperature in order to maintain the ideal operation of the equipment and other components installed inside the electrical room (4).
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[0071] The cylinder (4.12) is the element in which the shielding gas for the fire suppression system is stored. A network of pipes is connected to the cylinder (4.12), which is mounted longitudinally, preferably at base 2 (4.30) of the electrical room (4), and through the fire suppression system piping is distributed to base 1 (4.29) of the electrical room (4), in order to guarantee the internal protection of the entire electrical room (4).
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[0072] The fire protection system (4.13) is the equipment responsible for monitoring and controlling a possible fire condition, through the use of fire suppression fluid, via clean agent, to protect property, assets and people against the risks of a fire. Its main use is for containing fires in energized electrical equipment and for preventing reignition of the fire.
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[0073] The fire detector (4.14) is the component used to identify smoke or the start of a fire in the internal area of the electrical room (4).
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[0074] Distribution panel 3 (4.15) is designed to manage the distribution of power from the uninterruptible power supply (4.7) in the electrical room (4). Distribution panel 3 (4.15) plays a crucial role in the continuity of operation of critical information technology equipment, providing clean and uninterrupted power in case of main power grid failures by interfacing between the uninterruptible power supply (4.7) and the distribution boards that power the server data equipment and other critical equipment, protecting against interruptions and ensuring the constant availability of services. The main function of distribution panel 3 (4.15) is the distribution of electrical power from the uninterruptible power supply (4.7) for critical loads in the electrical room (4), ensuring that, in case of power grid failures, power is supplied without interruption; protection of loads against overload, short circuit, voltage surges and other electrical faults. The main components of distribution panel 3 (4.15) are: input and output circuit breakers, which control and protect the power distribution from the uninterruptible power supply (4.7) to the connected loads, ensuring safe circuit isolation during faults or maintenance; distribution busbars, which efficiently conduct current between the circuit breakers and connected equipment, usually made of copper; meters and instrumentation, which monitor electrical parameters such as voltage, current, frequency, power, and energy consumption; protection relays, which provide additional protection by detecting faults and de-energizing compromised circuits. Distribution panel 3 (4.15) is sized according to the capacity of the uninterruptible power supply (4.7), and the total load of the critical loads it serves, with typical capacities ranging from 200A to 630A or more, depending on the size and needs of the electrical room (4). Distribution panel 3 (4.15) can be configured to operate redundant systems (N+1; 2N), ensuring that the power from the uninterruptible power supply (4.7) continues to be distributed without interruption, even in the event of a component failure or the need for maintenance, and can also perform circuit segmentation to allow maintenance without total power interruption. Distribution panel 3 (4.15) can be integrated with the main panel (4.2) and with critical loads, i.e., it receives power from auxiliary panels and the uninterruptible power supply (4.7) and distributes it to critical loads via the uninterruptible power supply (4.7), connecting directly to critical power distribution panels. Distribution panel 3 (4.15) can also be equipped with remote monitoring and control systems, allowing real-time supervision of operating conditions, power parameters, and alarms for rapid response to anomalies.
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[0075] Distribution panel 4 (4.16) and distribution panel 5 (4.17) are the panels used to supply power to the loads of the automation equipment.
[0076] Panel 2 (4.18) is responsible for the access control system of the electrical room environment (4), through the control boards and the management board and all automation components.
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[0077] The communication panel (4.19) is responsible for accommodating the information technology items of the supervisory systems and the distribution of network points, such as camera systems, internet access points and all peripherals.
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[0078] Panel 3 (4.20) is responsible for the monitoring system of the control points of the operating conditions of the equipment, the environment and the automation of the electrical room (4).
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[0079] The static transfer switch (4.21) is the equipment that receives power from distribution panel 2 (4.8) and is responsible for powering panel (4.5), remote power panel (4.10), remote power panel 2 (4.22) and remote power panel 3 (4.28).
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[0080] Remote power supply panel 2 (4.22) is responsible for supplying power to the communication panel (4.19).
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[0081] Panel 4 (4.23) is the equipment used to house the batteries responsible for the autonomy of critical loads that require uninterrupted power in the systems.
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[0082] Panel 5 (4.24) receives power from the main panel (4.2) and is responsible for supplying power to distribution panel 3 (4.15).
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[0083] The DC power distribution panel (4.25) functions to distribute direct current (DC) power to critical loads such as telecommunications equipment, emergency systems, batteries, and sometimes data equipment for servers and critical equipment operating on direct current; that is, it provides efficient and safe DC power distribution, protecting sensitive systems against electrical faults and ensuring uninterrupted operation; protecting DC loads against overloads, short circuits, polarity faults, and other electrical problems specific to DC systems. The main components of the DC power distribution panel (4.25) are:25) are: DC input and output circuit breakers, which protect against overcurrents and allow control of the power supply to different load circuits, and are specifically designed for handling direct current; DC busbars, which are used to conduct direct current efficiently and safely between circuit breakers and connected loads, preferably made of high-conductivity copper; DC-DC converters, which, in some cases, are used to provide different output voltages from a single DC input voltage; DC meters and instrumentation, which monitor direct current parameters such as voltage, current, power, and other consumption parameters, providing real-time data on operation; protection relays, which are devices that detect faults and interrupt the DC power supply in case of anomalous conditions. The direct current distribution panel (4.25) is designed to support the total load that will be supplied in direct current, typical capacities can vary from 24VDC to 48VDC, for telecommunications systems and batteries, and currents from 100A to 1000A, depending on the specific needs of the modular data center system (1). The DC distribution panel (4.25) is also equipped with remote monitoring systems, which allow real-time supervision of DC power parameters, status of circuit breakers and protection relays, and automatic alerts for rapid incident response.
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[0084] DC distribution panel 2 (4.26) has the same function and components as DC distribution panel (4.25).
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[0085] The rectifier (4.27), the DC distribution panel (4.25) and the DC distribution panel 2 (4.26) receive power from the main panel (4.2).
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[0086] The rectifier (4.27) receives the alternating electric current and converts it to direct electric current.
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[0087] Remote power panel 3 (4.28) receives power from the static transfer switch (4.9) and is responsible for powering the data equipment located inside the data room (2).
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[0088] The electrical room (4) has the flexibility to receive components, or even remove components, from among the components listed above, according to the demand of the data room (2) of the modular data center system (1).
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[0089] The electrical room (4) has the cold air ducts of the evaporator unit (4.1) and evaporator unit 2 (4.11) lined with elastomeric blanket, which serves as thermal insulation, in order to guarantee the cooling efficiency of the electrical room (4).
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[0090] The modular data center system (1) allows, alternatively, variation in the size of the electrical room (4) by adding or removing bases and ceilings.
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[0091] The modular data center system (1) allows, alternatively, the expansion of its total operating capacity through the addition of data rooms (2), each data room (2) preferably having a capacity of up to 0.6 MW and each electrical room (4) having the capacity to supply up to 12 data rooms (2).
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[0092] The modular data center system (1) with a capacity of up to 7.2 MegaWatts is assembled with an electrical room (4), each electrical room (4) being assembled with two bases 1 (4.29), 2 (4.30) and two ceilings 1 (4.31), 2 (4.32), respectively.
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[0093] The modular data center system (1) can alternatively be assembled with a capacity of up to 36 MegaWatts, for such capacity the modular data center system (1) is assembled with five electrical rooms (4), each electrical room (4) being assembled with base 1 (4.29), base 2 (4.30), ceiling 1 (4.31) and ceiling 2 (4.32).
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[0094] The modular system (1.1) can alternatively be formed by two data rooms (2), two cooling rooms (3), an electrical room (4), two redundant electrical rooms (5) and a telecommunications room (6); wherein the electrical room (4) is preferably interconnected with the data room (2), and can serve up to 12 data rooms (2).
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[0095] Alternatively, the modular system (1.1) consists of two data rooms (2), two cooling rooms (3), an electrical room (4), two redundant electrical rooms (5) and a telecommunications room (6); wherein the electrical room (4) may be interconnected with the data room (2), with the cooling room (3), with the redundant electrical room (5) and with the telecommunications room (6).
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[0096] The operating method for which the electrical room (4) was developed requires: protection against water ingress; protection against dust ingress; and protection against contaminants from the outside to the inside of the electrical room (4). It must be airtight against the passage of gases or smoke; have thermal insulation; and have fire protection from the outside to the inside of the electrical room (4), and withstand temperatures above 750°C, more preferably above 1200°C, for a minimum of 60 minutes. It must have fire protection from the inside to the outside of the electrical room (4), and withstand internal temperatures above 1200°C for a minimum of 60 minutes. It must have the cylinder piping (4.12) with a fire suppression system inside the electrical room (4). Having access door 1 (4.33) for security against break-ins and vandalism of base 1 (4.29) and access door 2 (4.34) for security against break-ins and vandalism of base 2 (4.30). And finally, to have a security system against break-ins and vandalism, mainly because the structures of base 1 (4.29), base 2 (4.30), roof 1 (4.31), roof 2 (4.32), access door 1 (4.33) and access door 2 (4.34) are assembled without any access for disassembly from the outside.
Claims
CLAIMS 1. ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM characterized by the modular data center system (1) being formed by the data room (2), cooling room (3), electrical room (4), redundant electrical rooms (5) and telecommunications room (6); wherein the electrical room (4) is interconnected with the data room (2), with the cooling room (3), with the redundant electrical room (5) and with the telecommunications room (6); wherein the structure of the electrical room (4) is assembled with base 1 (4.29), with base 2 (4.30), with ceiling 1 (4.31), with ceiling 2 (4.32), with access door 1 (4.33), with access door 2 (4.34), with internal walls (4.35), with external walls (4.36) and with the blanket (4.37).
2. ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM, according to claim 1, characterized in that the electrical room (4) has installed in its internal area the evaporator unit (4.1), the main panel (4.2), the transformer (4.3), the distribution panel (4.4), the panel (4.5), the battery cabinet (4.6), the uninterruptible power supply unit (4.7), the distribution panel 2 (4.8), the static transfer switch (4.9), the remote power supply panel (4.10), the evaporator unit 2 (4.11), the cylinder (4.12), the fire protection system (4.13), the fire detector (4.14), distribution panel 3 (4.15), distribution panel 4 (4.16), distribution panel 5 (4.17), panel 2 (4.18), the communication panel (4.19), panel 3 (4.20), static transfer switch 2 (4.21), remote power supply panel 2 (4.22), panel 4 (4.23), panel 5 (4.24), DC distribution panel (4.25), the DC distribution panel 2 (4.26), the rectifier (4.27) and the remote power supply panel 3 (4.28).
3. ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM, according to claim 1, characterized in that the electrical room (4) has the flexibility to receive components according to the requirements of the data room (2) of the modular data center system (1).
4. ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM, according to claim 1, characterized in that the electrical room (4) contains the blanket (4.37) which is preferably of the ceramic fiber type, or rock wool, or glass wool.
5. ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM, according to claim 1, characterized in that, alternatively, the modular data center system (1) allows variation in the size of the electrical room (4) by adding or removing bases and ceilings.
6. ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM, according to claim 1, characterized in that, alternatively, the modular system (1.1) is formed by two data rooms (2), two cooling rooms (3), electrical room (4), two redundant electrical rooms (5) and telecommunications room (6); wherein the electrical room (4) is preferably interconnected with the data room (2), and can serve up to 12 data rooms (2).
7. ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM, according to claim 1, characterized in that, alternatively, the modular system (1.1) is formed by two data rooms (2), two cooling rooms (3), electrical room (4), two redundant electrical rooms (5) and a telecommunications room (6); wherein the electrical room (4) is preferably interconnected with the data room (2), with the cooling room (3), with the redundant electrical room (5) and with the telecommunications room (6).
8. ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM, according to claim 1, characterized in that, alternatively, the modular data center system (1) with a capacity of up to 7.2 MegaWatts is assembled with an electrical room (4), wherein each electrical room (4) is assembled with two bases 1 (4.29), 2 (4.30) and two ceilings 1 (4.31), 2 (4.32), respectively.
9. ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM, according to claim 1, characterized in that, alternatively, the modular data center system (1) with a capacity of up to 36 MegaWatts is assembled with up to 5 electrical rooms (4), wherein each electrical room (4) is assembled with two bases 1 (4.29), 2 (4.30) and two ceilings 1 (4.31), 2 (4.32), respectively.
10. ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM, according to claim 1, characterized in that, alternatively, the modular data center system (1) allows capacity expansion through the addition of data rooms (2), each data room (2) preferably having a capacity of up to 0.6 MW, and each electrical room (4) having the capacity to supply up to 12 data rooms (2).
11. METHOD OF OPERATION OF THE ELECTRICAL ROOM FOR MODULAR DATA CENTER SYSTEM, defined in claim 1, characterized in that the electrical room (4): - possess fire protection from the outside to the inside of the electrical room (4), and withstand external temperatures above 1200C, for a minimum time of 60 minutes; - have fire protection from the inside to the outside of the electrical room (4), and withstand internal temperatures above 1200C for a minimum of 60 minutes; -to have cylinder piping (4.12) with fire suppression system inside the electrical room (4); - to have access door 1 (4.33) for security against break-ins and vandalism of base 1 (4.29); - have access door 2 (4.34) for security against break-ins and vandalism of base 2 (4.30); - to have protection against water entering the electrical room from the outside to the inside (4); - to have protection against the entry of dust from the outside to the inside of the electrical room (4); - to have protection against the entry of contaminants from the outside to the inside of the electrical room (4); - to be airtight against the passage of gases or smoke; - to have thermal insulation; - to have a security system against break-ins and vandalism.