18648845. ENERGY EFFICIENT LIQUID-COOLED DATACENTERS simplified abstract (NVIDIA Corporation)
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ENERGY EFFICIENT LIQUID-COOLED DATACENTERS
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ENERGY EFFICIENT LIQUID-COOLED DATACENTERS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18648845 titled 'ENERGY EFFICIENT LIQUID-COOLED DATACENTERS
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes systems and methods for operating a datacenter using a fuel cell to produce electrical power and capturing waste heat to cool electronic components.
- Fuel cell used to produce electrical power
- Waste heat captured and used to cool electronic components
- Integration of heat exchanger and absorption chiller for efficient cooling system
Key Features and Innovation: - Utilization of waste heat from fuel cell for cooling purposes - Integration of fuel cell power generation and cooling system for datacenter operation - Efficient use of resources to reduce energy consumption and costs
Potential Applications: - Datacenters - Industrial facilities - Large-scale power generation facilities
Problems Solved: - Energy efficiency in datacenter operations - Waste heat utilization for cooling purposes - Cost reduction in datacenter management
Benefits: - Reduced energy consumption - Cost savings - Improved environmental sustainability
Commercial Applications: The technology can be applied in datacenters, industrial facilities, and power generation plants to improve energy efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance environmental sustainability.
Prior Art: Prior research in the field of datacenter energy efficiency and waste heat utilization can provide valuable insights into similar technologies and approaches.
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing research in fuel cell technology, waste heat utilization, and datacenter cooling systems can provide further advancements and improvements in the field.
Questions about Datacenter Cooling Systems: 1. How does the integration of a fuel cell and cooling system improve energy efficiency in datacenters? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with utilizing waste heat for cooling purposes in datacenters?
Original Abstract Submitted
Systems and methods for operating a datacenter are disclosed. In at least one embodiment, method for operating a datacenter includes receiving a source of gas to a fuel cell to produce electrical power. The method further includes providing the electrical power to one or more electronic components in the datacenter. The method further includes capturing waste heat, generated by the fuel cell in converting the gas to the electrical power, using a heat exchanger. The method further includes providing the waste heat to an absorption chiller to produce cooled liquid to be utilized with a cooling system to remove heat from the one or more electronic components.
