Abstract: A method for managing the operation of an AC power distribution network to which connect a plurality of electric vehicles, at random times and at random locations to receive electrical energy for charging. The AC power distribution network is characterized by a dynamic state of balance between power generation and load, and it has an operating reserve which is a supplemental power generation capacity available to the AC power distribution network. The method includes the step of forecasting a power-supply contribution that would be available to the AC power distribution network from the electric vehicles connected to the AC power distribution network in the event the AC power distribution network experiences a state of imbalance resulting from a power-generation deficit. The method further includes adjusting the magnitude of the operating reserve on the basis of the forecasting.

Abstract: Systems and methods for cooling an Integrated Circuit (IC) are provided. In one embodiment, the system includes a vessel for holding a coolant in a liquid phase, where the IC is at least in part thermally coupled to the coolant to transfer heat generated by the IC to the coolant. The system also includes a controller for periodically increasing a heat flux supplied by the IC to the coolant followed by a reduction of the heat flux supplied by the IC to the coolant. Methods for controlling the operational parameters of the IC to periodically increasing and then decreasing the heat flux supplied by the IC to the coolant are also provided. A sensor may be used to sense a state of phase change of the coolant and which generates a signal that the controller uses to adjust the heat flux supplied by the IC.

Abstract: A system for cooling a CPU. The system has a tank for holding dielectric coolant in a liquid phase. The CPU is immersed in the coolant. A cover closes the tank. Electric pathways that convey data to/from the CPU traverse the cover. The electric pathways allow the CPU to exchange data with an external device. In this fashion, the CPU can perform data processing functions while being immersed in dielectric coolant.

Abstract: A system for cooling a CPU. The system has a tank for holding dielectric coolant in a liquid phase. The CPU is immersed in the coolant. A cover closes the tank. Electric pathways that convey data to/from the CPU traverse the cover. The electric pathways allow the CPU to exchange data with an external device. In this fashion, the CPU can perform data processing functions while being immersed in dielectric coolant.