Juniper Networks, Inc.
Apparatus, system, and method for improving the efficiency of heatsinks

Abstract:

The disclosed apparatus may include (1) a heatsink that includes a first vapor chamber that (A) contains fluid that dissipates heat and (B) is at least partially encompassed by a plate that contains at least one slot extending from a top surface of the plate to the first vapor chamber and (2) at least one fin that (A) encompasses a second vapor chamber (B) is secured within the slot in the plate of the heatsink such that (i) the fin extends from the heatsink and (ii) the fluid within the first vapor chamber is capable of flowing into the second vapor chamber. Various other apparatuses, systems, and methods are also disclosed.