Apps/Data centers & chips

Heat battery that cuts data center cooling peaks

WhyCategoryData centers & chips
LevelEasy
UseMaterial that melts to soak up heat at peak load, then refreezes at night
WhatAtomsMolecule or salt cell 20–200, liquid runs 1–2k. C H O Na Ca Cl
BuildTestingEasy Melting tests (DSC) + cycling, weeks
FundingCompute ~$50 · Make ~$2–10k · Test ~$5–15k · Other ~$5k patent
TimeMake 2–4 wks · Test 2–6 wks · Total ~1–3 months
HowContact us for the design specs and build plan →
DemoCrystal melts as the chips heat up, then re-forms
CompetitionParaffins, salt hydrates (PureTemp, Rubitherm)
BusinessBuyersData center operators, Vertiv, Schneider Electric
RevenueMedium License to PCM makers. ~$0.5–3M/yr
Octadecane, a wax that melts at 28 °C