Overheating is a major problem in phones and other battery-powered devices. This slows down device performance and causes battery failure. Now, there's a technique to prevent this.

This technique will prevent the phone from overheating.

Phone overheating is a major problem. From using a phone in high temperatures to charging, it can overheat, making it difficult to use. Now, there's hope for a solution to this problem. Engineers at the University of Houston have developed a thermal management technique that works like a thermal diode and can keep phones, electric vehicles, and other battery-using devices cool. 

Why do devices heat up?

Currently, smartphones and other portable devices face heating issues because traditional materials can dissipate thermal energy in any direction. This means that internal heat generated by the phone's processor or battery can be reflected back to the phone's components, increasing temperatures and reducing phone performance. This also impacts the battery and causes it to wear out faster.

How will the new technology work?

The new technique works on the concept of thermal rectification. This technique can control heat and push it in a single direction. This allows the heat to be pushed forward, preventing reverse heat flow and controlling the temperature inside the device. To achieve this, researchers have developed a new structure using semiconductor material under a magnetic field. This setup creates a one-way heat pathway, allowing heat to escape from the sensitive area.

What will be the benefit of this technique?

This technology has led to a new thermal management system that can reduce the risk of overheating in phones, electric vehicles, satellites, and high-performance AI systems. Overheating negatively impacts battery life and device reliability. With this technology, this risk will be reduced, and devices can be used in high-temperature environments.