Microsoft had six patents in batteries during Q1 2024. The patent filed by Microsoft Corp in Q1 2024 describes a thermal management system that includes high-pressure and low-pressure containers connected by a two-phase working fluid. A pump moves the working fluid through the system, while a condenser condenses the vapor phase back into liquid phase. GlobalData’s report on Microsoft gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Microsoft grant share with batteries as a theme is 50% in Q1 2024. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Systems and methods for adjusting pressure in immersion-cooled datacenters (Patent ID: US20240107716A1)
The patent filed by Microsoft Corp. describes a thermal management system that includes a high-pressure container, a low-pressure container, and a two-phase working fluid with vapor and liquid phases. The system also includes a pump to move the working fluid and a condenser to condense the vapor phase. The claims detail various configurations and methods for managing the thermal system, such as controlling pressure differentials, adding liquid phase working fluid, and changing pressure to optimize cooling efficiency based on battery operation.
The system and method outlined in the patent aim to efficiently manage thermal conditions in electronic devices by utilizing pressure differentials, condensers, and pumps to regulate the working fluid's phases. By detecting changes in battery operation and adjusting pressure differentials accordingly, the system can effectively lower the boiling temperature of the working fluid near the battery. Additionally, the method includes proactive measures such as pre-cooling the working fluid and reducing IT load in the high-pressure container to optimize thermal management. The system also incorporates a controller that can receive external grid data for further optimization. Overall, the patent presents a comprehensive approach to thermal management in electronic devices through innovative configurations and methods.
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