Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2008
Title: Innovations by Alfonso Ortega in Microchannel Heat Exchangers
Introduction
Alfonso Ortega is an accomplished inventor based in Tucson, Arizona. He has made significant contributions to the field of heat exchanger technology, particularly through his innovative patent.
Latest Patents
Ortega holds a patent for a "Method of manufacturing microchannel heat exchangers." This invention features a heat exchanger device that includes an extruded body with one or more layers of channels designed for coolant flow. The channels have inner diameters ranging from about 50 microns to about 2000 microns. The device is constructed from materials with high thermal conductivity, ensuring efficient heat transfer from heating components to the coolant. The materials used include ceramic oxides, ceramic carbides, ceramic nitrides, ceramic borides, ceramic silicides, metals, and intermetallics. The design allows for the creation of desired channel configurations through an extruded filament, which includes a central removable material and an outer material that forms the channel walls upon removal.
Career Highlights
Ortega is associated with Advanced Ceramics Research, Inc., where he applies his expertise in developing advanced heat exchanger technologies. His work has been instrumental in enhancing the efficiency of cooling applications across various industries.
Collaborations
Ortega has collaborated with notable colleagues, including K Ranji Vaidyanathan and Marlene Platero, contributing to a dynamic research environment that fosters innovation.
Conclusion
Alfonso Ortega's contributions to the field of microchannel heat exchangers exemplify the impact of innovative thinking in engineering. His patent reflects a commitment to advancing technology for improved thermal management solutions.