Intel Patents Related Component Cooling Concept

The document specifically refers to hardware that is used in both desktop and mobile computer systems, but runs into heat dissipation limitations on notebooks. Depending on user preference, the patent outlines a "thermal zone" consisting of multiple components whose temperature can be controlled and as well as devices that cannot be controlled.

According to Intel, the table would include information "how much change [for] one component [is necessary] in order for that change to have an effect on another component" and "how long it takes for a change in one component to affect another component."

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  • husker
    An interesting idea, but I'm not sure if this doesn't just fall into the "common sense" category. All it is doing is using general thermal readings to adjust the output of a specific device.
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  • theuniquegamer
    Good concept but is a little impractical for a enthusiast level desktops because they can afford cooling for almost every components without need to worry about performance
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  • rex86
    please stop patenting basic ideas. it's not worth it and you're making it worse for everyone.
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  • COLGeek
    Patents = litigation = money! The new business model for the tech industry.....
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  • jaber2
    Now no one can ever use the terms "extended thermal management" without paying Intel.
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  • Tab54o
    This is ridiculous.
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  • dudzcom
    sounds like the just patented Thermal Conductivity
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  • HSuke
    dudzcomsounds like the just patented Thermal ConductivityI think you meant that they just patented Heat Convection.
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  • Lord Captivus
    dudzcomsounds like the just patented Thermal ConductivityI was about to write the SAME thing!
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  • ava__
    theuniquegamerGood concept but is a little impractical for a enthusiast level desktops because they can afford cooling for almost every components without need to worry about performanceprobably they can afford earplugs too
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