MBDA Holdings has been granted a patent for a missile design featuring a jumping drop vapor chamber for thermal regulation between the outer skin and electronics unit. The system ensures thermal insulation when needed and thermal linking when temperatures vary, enhancing overall performance. GlobalData’s report on MBDA Holdings gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Missile with thermal link for electronics unit
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US12000684B2) discloses a novel design for a missile that includes an outer skin, an electronics unit with one or more electronic components, and a thermal link between the components and the outer skin. This thermal link features a jumping drop vapor chamber that adjusts the thermal insulation based on the temperature difference between the outer skin and the electronic components. Additionally, a thermal gap pad is placed between the vapor chamber and the outer skin to enhance thermal management.
Furthermore, the patent details the configuration of the jumping drop vapor chamber, which consists of condensing and evaporating surfaces in thermal communication with the outer skin and electronic components, respectively. The surfaces may be curved, with the first surface being super-hydrophobic and the second surface being super-hydrophilic. The design also incorporates a thermal capacitor with a phase change material to absorb heat from the electronics unit when the outer skin is at an elevated temperature. The phase change material is selected to change phase within a specific temperature range, ensuring efficient heat absorption. Additionally, the vapor chamber is integrated into mechanical fastenings within the missile structure, such as washers or wedge locks, to optimize thermal management and structural integrity.
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