MSI showcases Stirling heat engine

MSI ECOlution chipset cooler operates on the theory of the Stirling engine.

MSI has designed a new chipset fan that is capable of functioning without electricity. MSI the new chipset cooler, which is accordingly called “Air Power Cooler,” offers all the benefits of a cooler with a fan without drawing any power.

The energy efficiency of the fans can make a big difference, especially in business environments where hundreds of computers are running at once. Although passive cooling is always an option, which does not offer the capacity of a cooling fan.

The new refrigerator MSI is not passive, but in reality cooler uses a fan for cooling the chipset without using any electricity. Ironically, the fan gets its power from the thing is to try to remove thermal energy.

The system is based on a beta version of the Stirling engine. As the heated air expands in the system, pressure is applied to the central piston pushing it in the sink. The upward motion of the piston rotates arts, which in turn rotate the fan. Thermal Energy generated by the chipset is converted into kinetic energy.

The fan blows through a radiator with fins seeking common to disperse the Northbridge of the heat.

DailyTech MSI said that the system is capable of converting 70% of heat energy to kinetic energy. Importantly, enough heat must be supplied to rotate the fan blades. If the chipset is not hot enough, the entire system will not be issued.

MSI was working in the cooler with Taiwanese company Polo Tech. The fan is expected to make its debut in the MSI ECOlution during CeBIT 2008.