Cold Plates
Why ToffeeX
- Optimize flow paths and minimize pressure drops in the system.
- Maximize heat transfer.
- Reduce the weight of your cold plate.
In conventional designs, heat from devices in contact with the cold plate is transferred to a coolant flowing through the plate. Typically the flow follows a serpentine channel that is designed through a trial-and-error process.
The choice of path and cross-sectional area of the channel itself ultimately influence pressure drop and heat transfer performance.
ToffeeX’s advanced topology optimization mimics the process of natural evolution to design the best flow path, minimize pressure losses and operating temperature.
No more serpentines.
Industries We Serve
Cold plates are of great value to a wide range of industries. These are some we currently work with.
Aerospace
Avionics, such as radar systems and communication equipment, rely on cold plates to operate smoothly under a range of harsh environmental conditions. Efficient cold plates are required to maintain the operational readiness of mission-critical devices.
Automotive
Cold Plates are extensively used in battery pack thermal management for electric vehicles. Enhanced heat dissipation improves longevity and safety, preventing overheating and thermal runaway.
Electronics
Electronic devices are becoming smaller and more powerful, leading to a significant challenge in managing the heat generated by these components. Liquid cold plates are an efficient way to ensure optimal operation by dissipating excess heat.
Electrified aviation cooling
In a benchmark study, cold plate design optimized by ToffeeX software reduced mass by 38.5% and pressure drop by 65% compared to traditional serpentine cooling systems, enhancing cooling performance in electric aircraft engines.