Server Coolant Joint Module for Leak-Triggered Circuit Cutoff
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
There is a risk of coolant leakage when a server is installed in a rack, and if the coolant circuit is not cut in time, a large amount of coolant can enter the server, causing damage.
Innovation Solution
A joint module is introduced that includes a base, moving pieces, and a drive component, which allows the plug connectors to disconnect from the plugs when coolant leakage is detected, thereby cutting the coolant circuit and preventing further coolant entry into the server.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the coolant circuit remains connected to provide continuous cooling, then the server cooling function is maintained, but coolant leakage damage occurs when leakage happens
Solution Approach 1:
The joint module is pre-installed on the server backend, and the disconnection mechanism is pre-configured. When leakage is detected, the system can immediately execute the disconnection action without delay, as all components are already in position and ready for rapid response
Solution Approach 2:
The joint module acts as an intermediary component between the rack plug and the server plug connector. It includes a moving piece with a disconnection mechanism that can be driven to separate the plug connector from the plug, thereby mediating the connection state and enabling controlled disconnection when leakage occurs
2Object-affected harmful factors
If the coolant circuit is disconnected immediately upon leakage detection, then coolant damage is prevented, but the cooling function is interrupted
Solution Approach 1:
The joint module employs a dynamic disconnection mechanism where the moving piece can transition between connected and disconnected states. This dynamic capability allows the system to adapt its connection state based on real-time conditions - maintaining connection during normal operation for cooling, and disconnecting when leakage is detected to prevent damage
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses leakage detection feedback to control the disconnection mechanism. When coolant leakage is detected, the feedback signal triggers the drive component to move the moving piece, which in turn moves the plug connector to disconnect from the plug, thereby cutting off the coolant supply in response to the leakage condition
3Device complexity
If a traditional fixed connection is used between rack and server, then the structure is simple, but the system cannot respond to coolant leakage
Solution Approach 1:
The joint module segments the connection system into distinct functional components: a fixed rack plug, a movable joint module with moving piece, and a server plug connector. This segmentation allows the middle section to move independently, enabling disconnection functionality while keeping the overall structure modular and manageable
Solution Approach 2:
The joint module serves as an intermediary component between the rack plug and the server plug connector. It includes a moving piece with a disconnection mechanism that can be driven to separate the plug connector from the plug, thereby mediating the connection state and enabling controlled disconnection when leakage occurs
Data Source
AI summary
A joint module for cutting coolant circuit in a server comprises a base, a first moving piece, a second moving piece, a drive component, and a plug connector located on the first moving piece. The first moving piece is movable in a first direction between a first position and a second position. The second moving piece is movable in a second direction between a third position and a fourth position. The drive component moves the second moving piece. When the second moving piece is on the third position, the first moving piece is on the first position and the plug connector is connected to a plug. When the second moving piece is on the fourth position, the first moving piece is on the second position and the plug connector is disconnected with the plug. A server and a computing system with the joint module are also disclosed.