Plume Design. has been granted a patent for a compact electronic device featuring an outer plastic housing and an inner casing with distinct high-voltage and low-voltage sections. It includes a single fan for airflow management and ensures safety by isolating high-voltage components to meet clearance standards. GlobalData’s report on Plume Design gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Plume Design, AI assisted network mgmt was a key innovation area identified from patents. Plume Design's grant share as of July 2024 was 44%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Compact electronic device with airflow and cooling features
The granted patent US12016151B2 describes a compact electronic device, specifically a wireless access point (AP), featuring a dual-section inner casing designed to house both high-voltage and low-voltage electrical components. The device is encased in an outer plastic housing and incorporates a single fan that facilitates airflow through both sections, ensuring effective cooling. The design emphasizes safety by maintaining a specified separation between high-voltage components and metal parts of the low-voltage section to comply with clearance and creepage safety standards. Additionally, the high-voltage section is equipped with a transformer and an AC electrical plug, while the low-voltage section supports a printed circuit board (PCB) and a CPU module, which includes features for enhanced airflow and thermal management.
Further details of the patent highlight the innovative airflow management system, which includes strategically placed vents and a plastic chamber to protect high-voltage components from electromagnetic interference. The design incorporates side windows for air circulation and features such as a conductive shield with openings to promote airflow around the CPU die. The outer housing is designed with removable components that facilitate maintenance and airflow optimization, including a top cover that creates slit vents for air intake. The patent also outlines specific structural elements, such as spring clips and angled fingers on the CPU module, which contribute to the device's low profile and efficient heat dissipation. Overall, the patent presents a comprehensive solution for a compact electronic device that balances performance, safety, and thermal management.
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