DEFINITION: A material that absorbs heat. It is typically made of aluminum. Heat sinks are commonly used in amplifiers and other electronic devices that build up heat, and it is the most economical method for cooling a semiconductor device (chip).
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Data centers and large computer rooms always include a cooling system. This paper teaches the principles of cooling small, distributed IT environments and provides guidance for the effective specification and design of supporting cooling systems.
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