Dual-Action Storage Chassis Thermal Segmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
The compact arrangement of server racks in conventional servers makes it difficult to access and maintain internal components, leading to performance issues due to heat generation and proximity of components.
Innovation Solution
A dual-action storage media chassis structure with a partition corridor, symmetric storage spaces, and dual-action slide assemblies that allow tray frames to move between received, first withdrawn, and second withdrawn positions, enabling separate access and maintenance of storage media with different operating temperatures, and a chain structure to prevent disconnection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If server racks are arranged in a compact manner to minimize room occupation, then space utilization is improved, but accessibility and maintainability of internal components deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The chassis is segmented into multiple storage spaces (first storage space, second storage space, third storage space) that can be independently accessed. Each storage space can be opened or closed separately, allowing maintenance personnel to access specific components without disturbing the entire server rack arrangement. This segmentation enables compact rack placement while maintaining ease of access to individual components.
2Area of stationary object
If server racks are arranged in a compact manner to minimize room occupation, then space utilization is improved, but maintainability of internal components deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The chassis is divided into multiple independently accessible storage spaces, each containing different types of electronic components. The first storage space accommodates first-type electronic components, the second storage space accommodates second-type electronic components, and the third storage space accommodates third-type electronic components. This segmentation allows maintenance personnel to access and repair specific components without disassembling the entire server rack, significantly improving maintainability while maintaining compact arrangement.
3Volume of stationary object
If internal components are placed in close proximity to minimize space, then space utilization is improved, but heat generation and its influence on component performance worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The chassis is divided into multiple storage spaces with partition walls that physically separate electronic components with different operating temperature requirements. The first storage space is configured for first-type electronic components with a first operating temperature, the second storage space for second-type electronic components with a second operating temperature, and the third storage space for third-type electronic components with a third operating temperature. This spatial segmentation prevents heat from high-temperature components from adversely affecting low-temperature components, allowing compact arrangement while managing thermal interference.
Solution Approach 2:
Different storage spaces within the chassis are designed with different thermal characteristics and configurations suited to the specific temperature requirements of the components they accommodate. Each storage space provides a localized thermal environment optimized for its designated component type, allowing the overall system to maintain compact dimensions while each local region maintains appropriate temperature conditions for its components.
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AI summary
A dual-action storage media chassis system comprising: a chassis and two storage media modules accommodated in the chassis. The chassis defining a central back storage space accommodating a processor unit having a third operating temperature. Each storage media module including: a tray frame, each tray frame including a top access opening; a first plurality of storage media (having a first operating temperature) arranged into a front portion of the tray frame through the top access opening; a second plurality of storage media (having a second operating temperature) arranged into a back portion of the tray frame through the top access opening; the front portion, the back portion and the central back storage space being disposed longitudinally sequentially in the dual-action storage media chassis system, such that the second operating temperature is superior to the first operating temperature, and the third operating temperature is superior to the second operating temperature.