Discussion with Ventiva CEO, Carl Schlachte on Thermals/Cooling

Описание: In this episode, Ben Bajarin and Jay Goldberg discuss the thermal problem faced by data centers and other electronic devices. They are joined by Carl Schlachte CEO of Ventiva, a company that provides innovative cooling solutions. The conversation covers the origin story of Ventiva, the challenges faced by the company, and the unique technology they use to cool electronic devices. They also discuss the traditional cooling technologies in the market and how Ventiva's approach differs. The episode highlights the impact of Ventiva's technology on design and thermal management, as well as the challenges in adopting their solution. The conversation explores the challenges and opportunities in thermal management for electronic devices. It discusses the impact of video communication and the need for noise reduction in devices. The design of systems for cooling, including the use of fans and blowers, is examined. The trade-off between cooling and functionality is highlighted, with a focus on the laptop market. The potential market opportunities for thermal management solutions are discussed, including laptops, handsets, and large format displays. The conversation also touches on alternative approaches to thermal management and the importance of integrating thermal management from the beginning of the design process.
Takeaways
The thermal problem is a significant challenge faced by data centers and electronic devices.
Ventiva offers a unique cooling solution that uses electro hydrodynamic flow to move air without the need for mechanical systems.
Traditional cooling technologies like fans, heat pipes, and heat sinks have limitations and can be noisy and inefficient.
Ventiva's technology enables thinner, quieter, and more efficient electronic devices by providing solid-state, noiseless air movement.
Adopting Ventiva's solution requires a shift in design thinking and overcoming the resistance to change.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:33 The Power and Cooling Problem in Data Centers
01:14 The Origin Story of Ventiva
04:16 The Challenges Faced by Ventiva
05:13 Ventiva's Technology and Unique Selling Points
06:18 Ventiva's Near-Death Experience and Resilience
08:47 The Space of Cooling Systems
09:16 Traditional Cooling Technologies: Fans, Heat Pipes, and Heat Sinks
12:04 Ventiva's Approach to Cooling Systems
14:37 Ventiva's Unique Air Movement Technology
22:09 Challenges in Adopting Ventiva's Solution
23:36 The Impact of Video Communication
24:06 Designing Systems for Cooling
25:06 Balancing Cooling and Functionality
26:04 Market Opportunities for Thermal Management
26:24 Opportunities in Laptop Devices
27:00 Supporting AI in Laptops
27:26 Thermal Challenges in Laptop Design
28:24 The Limitations of Processors in Thermal Management
29:04 Thermal Management in Face Computers
29:47 Alternative Approaches to Thermal Management
31:08 Integrating Thermal Management from the Beginning
32:27 Other Approaches to Thermal Management
34:29 The Market Demand for Thermal Management Solutions
35:29 Applications in Handsets and Large Format Displays
36:50 Transforming Laptop Designs with Thermal Management
39:13 The Advantages of Ventiva's Approach