Vehicle Spoiler Cooling Structure for Integrated Telematics
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle spoilers do not effectively manage the thermal needs of telematics systems, which are crucial for reliable radio communication and internet access, leading to potential overheating and performance issues.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle spoiler design that incorporates an outer and inner heat sink, a cooling channel structure, and a fan system to enhance thermal management, where the heat sinks are strategically positioned to leverage airflow for efficient cooling, and the fan can operate independently to maintain cooling during vehicle stationary conditions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the electronic component is arranged in a cavity of the spoiler, then the telematics system can be integrated into the spoiler structure, but the electronic component may overheat due to insufficient cooling
Solution Approach 1:
The cooling system is segmented into multiple independent cooling channels (first cooling channel structure and second cooling channel structure) that can be independently configured to cool different electronic components (TCU and antennas) separately, allowing targeted thermal management for each component within the integrated spoiler structure
Solution Approach 2:
Heat sinks are introduced as intermediary components between the electronic components and the cooling channels, facilitating efficient heat transfer from the electronic components to the cooling fluid flowing through the channels, thereby resolving the thermal management challenge while maintaining integration
2Loss of energy
If the vehicle is stationary, then fuel consumption is reduced, but the cooling capacity for telematics components is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The cooling system is designed to utilize the vehicle's existing airflow during motion to provide passive cooling without additional energy consumption, while the fan provides active cooling only when necessary (during stationary periods), allowing the system to serve itself through natural convection during normal operation
Solution Approach 2:
The cooling system dynamically adapts its operation mode based on vehicle state: passive cooling through natural airflow during motion, and active cooling through fan operation during stationary periods, optimizing energy efficiency while maintaining adequate cooling capacity across different operating conditions
3Temperature
If the fan is located outside the body of the spoiler, then cooling can continue during parking, but the fan may be audible in the vehicle interior
Solution Approach 1:
The fan is nested within the spoiler body structure, specifically positioned in the rear section of the housing, allowing it to be integrated into the aerodynamic shape of the spoiler while being acoustically isolated from the vehicle interior through the housing structure and aerodynamic design
4Temperature
If the heat sink is positioned to be cooled directly by air stream, then cooling efficiency is enhanced, but the heat sink occupies more space in the spoiler structure
Solution Approach 1:
The heat sinks are positioned in the rear section of the spoiler housing where they can be directly exposed to the airflow generated by the fan, utilizing the three-dimensional space efficiently to achieve direct cooling without significantly increasing the overall spoiler volume, as the cooling channels and heat sinks are integrated into the existing structural volume
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 design significantly improves the cooling capacity of telematics components, ensuring reliable operation by efficiently dissipating heat even when the vehicle is stationary, thus enhancing the functional availability of telematics systems.
Implementation Method 1
the spoiler comprises an outer heat sink, wherein the outer heat sink is arranged in the outer recess of the body
Implementation Method 2
the outer heat sink can be cooled directly or nearly directly by the air stream
Implementation Method 3
the cooling channel structure comprises at least one inlet and at least one outlet. The cooling capacity is enhanced by a cooling channel structure
Implementation Method 4
the spoiler comprises a fan, wherein the fan is arranged either in the cooling channel structure or outside the body at the outlet or at the inlet of the cooling channel structure
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to a spoiler (1) of a vehicle (V) comprising a body and an electronic component, wherein the body comprises a cavity, wherein the electronic component is arranged in this cavity, wherein the spoiler comprises an outer recess and the spoiler comprises an outer heat sink, wherein the outer heat sink is arranged in the outer recess of the body and wherein the outer recess passes over into the cavity.