L3Harris Technologies has patented a thermal management system using an electrochemical power source to generate heat and electricity. The system transports heat to water-surface or sub-water loads through an electrolyte. A heat exchanger facilitates heat transfer to a fluid in a second channel. GlobalData’s report on L3Harris Technologies gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Thermal management system for heating water-surface or sub-water loads
A newly granted patent (Publication Number: US12011389B2) discloses a thermal management system designed to efficiently generate electrical power and heat simultaneously. The system includes an electrochemical power source with an electrolyte that transports the generated heat to water-surface or sub-water loads through a heat exchanger. This heat exchanger comprises channels for circulating the electrolyte past a fluid-containing channel to facilitate heat transfer. Additionally, a pump device assists in transporting the electrolyte, while a waste management system removes precipitate byproducts from the power source.
Furthermore, the patent details methods for heating water-surface or sub-water loads using the electrochemical power source. By sensing the temperature of the loads via the electrolyte, the system can transport heat when the temperature falls within a predetermined range. This process involves utilizing a heat exchanger with channels for efficient heat transfer to a fluid in proximity. The system can transport heat through conduction, radiation, or convection, providing a versatile and effective thermal management solution for various applications, including diver suits and other underwater equipment.
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