8.2.2. Active Cooling

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is active cooling?

   Hint

   Think about energy sources used for cooling.

2. 2.

   Name one method of active cooling.

   Hint

   Consider common appliances that use fans.

3. 3.

   Which of the following is NOT an active cooling method?

   • Forced Air Cooling
   • Liquid Cooling
   • Thermal Pads

   Hint

   Think about energy sources that enhance cooling.

4. 4.

   True or False: Thermoelectric coolers are used primarily in large-scale cooling applications.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider where you’ve seen TECs used.

5. 5.

   Design a cooling strategy for a new high-performance gaming PC that generates significant heat. What methods would you incorporate, and why?

   Hint

   Consider the heat generation capacities of components.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using TCUs in small appliances versus industrial cooling systems.

   Hint

   Think about where space constraints are more significant.