Ultra-Compact Field Enhanced Thermal Superconductor

To address the Army’s need for a self-contained two-phase thermal management system for dissipating heat from electronics onboard next-generation ground vehicles, Physical Optics Corporation (POC) proposes to develop a new Ultra-compact Field Enhanced Thermal Superconductor (U-FETS). This proposed system is based on the novel integration of three microscale electrofluidic technologies. The innovative U-FETS will remove a total of 3 kW from four distinct sources, each of which may be as small as 25 sq. cm. The electric-field- enhanced two-phase thermal superconductor components of the U-FETS will demonstrate improved coefficient of performance and heat flux capabilities in comparison to existing systems. Optimization tests will be conducted to ensure maximum performance. In Phase I POC will demonstrate the feasibility of U-FETS by the fabrication and testing of a conceptual prototype. In Phase II POC plans to develop a complete compact prototype to test in a relevant environment, proving that the U-FETS will meet the Army’s need for cooling electronics onboard next-generation ground vehicles.