Patents by Inventor Robert Edward Simons

Robert Edward Simons has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5704419
    Abstract: A parallel plate heat sink, used in conjunction with an air moving device which provides an annular flow of air against the heat sink, is further provided with enhanced flow deflector means which selectively block potential exhaust paths so as to redirect the flow of air to the region under a central hub of the fan. This transforms otherwise stagnant air volume in the center of the heat sink into a primary cooling region thus lowering conduction losses and electronic component junction temperatures. Redirection of air flow includes passages within end fins which enhance capacity by improving the exiting flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 6, 1998
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Dereje Agonafer, Timothy Merrill Anderson, Gregory Martin Chrysler, Robert Edward Simons