Power Supply Assembly Layout for Uniform Computer Case Airflow
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional power supply installations in computer casings result in inadequate air flow uniformity and permeability, leading to inefficient heat dissipation due to the limited mobility and circulation of air within the casing.
Innovation Solution
The assembly device features a rectangular case with transversal and vertical spacer grids that divide it into four positioning holes, each equipped with fans, and meshed surfaces and holes for enhanced air circulation, allowing four power supplies to be evenly arranged and activated for uniform air flow and improved permeability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a conventional power supply is installed at a side of a computer casing, then the structure is simple, but the air flow uniformity and permeability are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The invention divides the single power supply installation into four power supplies arranged in a rectangular configuration. Each power supply is positioned at a corner of the rectangular case, creating four air outlets that distribute air flow more uniformly throughout the computer casing compared to a single side-mounted power supply.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from a one-dimensional side installation to a two-dimensional rectangular arrangement. By positioning power supplies at four corners forming a rectangle, the air outlets are distributed across multiple dimensions, enabling air to flow more uniformly in various directions within the computer casing.
2Ease of operation
If four power supplies are arranged in a rectangular case, then air flow uniformity and permeability are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The invention combines four power supplies into a unified rectangular configuration where they work together as an integrated system. The power supplies are arranged to share common air intake and outlet pathways, creating a coordinated air flow pattern that improves overall uniformity while managing the complexity through systematic integration.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This configuration ensures uniform air circulation and increased permeability within the case, enhancing the heat dissipation effect for both power supplies and computer modules, while facilitating easy handling and expansion.
Implementation Method 1
when the power supply starts, air which is caused by a rotation of an interior fan will not flow with a good uniformity
Implementation Method 2
when the four power supplies start, the air can be uniformly flowing within a space of the rectangular case and the power supplies, while the effect of permeability in interchanging with air outside of the rectangular case can be increased
Data Source
AI summary
An assembly device for a power supply is composed of a rectangular case which is provided with a transversal spacer grid in a horizontal direction, with an upper spacer grid and a lower spacer grid being vertically installed above and below the transversal spacer grid, to divide the rectangular case into four rectangular positioning holes; and four rectangular power supplies which are inserted and fitted into the four rectangular positioning holes respectively, such that when the four power supplies start, four fans at their front parts can be activated, thereby allowing air inside and outside the rectangular case to be able to flow uniformly.