This project investigated the thermal performance of a CPU heatsink cooled by forced airflow from a fan. Effective thermal management is essential in electronic systems because excessive component temperatures can reduce performance, shorten operating life, and increase the risk of hardware failure.
CFD simulation was used to evaluate the coupled airflow and forced-convection heat transfer around the heatsink fins. The analysis examined airflow distribution through the fin passages, surface temperature distribution, and the ability of the cooling system to remove heat from the processor region.
The numerical results provided insight into regions of elevated temperature and variations in cooling effectiveness across the heatsink. Such information can support improvements to fin geometry, airflow delivery, and overall thermal design before physical prototypes are manufactured. This simulation-driven approach is particularly valuable for advanced CFD thermal management and heat-control applications, where temperature control directly affects product reliability and performance.
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