JP2012093079A - Heat exchanger with integrated temperature manipulation element - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a chiller heat exchanger having at least one temperature manipulation element integrated into at least one of a fluid inlet conduit and a fluid outlet conduit.SOLUTION: A heat exchanger 10 includes a plurality of plates 18a and 18b in stacked relation forming a plurality of fluid channels 22a and 22b therebetween. Ports formed in each of the plates are arranged and substantially align to form an inlet manifold 40 and an outlet manifold 42 for receiving a working fluid therein. The inlet manifold is in fluid communication with an inlet conduit 50 and the outlet manifold is in fluid communication with an outlet conduit 52. The temperature manipulation element is disposed in at least one of the inlet conduit and the outlet conduit to manipulate a temperature of the working fluid flowing therethrough.

Description

  The present invention relates to a heat exchanger. More specifically, the present invention relates to a cooling heat exchanger having at least one temperature manipulation element integrated into at least one of a fluid inlet tube and a fluid outlet tube.

  Plate type heat exchangers are used to transfer thermal energy between heat exchange working fluids. At least two heat exchange working fluid streams flow through separate flow paths defined between heat exchanger plates in a plate type heat exchanger. Typically, the heat exchanger plates are configured in a stacked relationship and form part of a plate type heat exchanger. The separated flow path is defined by a port formed in the heat exchanger plate and a flow channel formed between the heat exchanger plates.

  Heat transfer between the working fluid streams occurs in the region of the central heat transfer portion of the heat exchanger plate. To transfer thermal energy, the first working fluid stream flows through a port on one side of the heat exchanger and into a plurality of first flow channels formed by alternating heat exchanger plates. At the same time, the second working fluid stream is formed by alternating heat exchanger plates through the opposite port of the heat exchanger and separated from the first flow channel. Flows to the flow channel. Thus, heat is exchanged between the two working fluid streams that flow back through the heat exchanger.

  One type of plate-type heat exchanger is a cooling heat exchanger. Cooling heat exchangers are typically used to cool the working fluid flowing through the cooling heat exchanger from a heat source such as, for example, a vehicle engine, motor, or battery. However, in certain cold climates, it is desirable to heat the working fluid that flows from the heat source. Currently, the working fluid is heated by a separate heating element located in the fluid system structure remote from the cooling heat exchanger or by a heating element located in the body of the heat exchanger.

  Regardless of pipe orientation, working fluid flow circuit, or heat exchanger size, the fluid pipe that manipulates the temperature of the working fluid while minimizing costs and maximizing the operability of the heat exchanger. It is desirable to develop a heat exchanger with an integrated temperature operating element.

  In accordance with the present invention, a heat exchanger is disclosed having a temperature manipulating element integrated in its fluid line that manipulates the temperature of the working fluid while minimizing cost and maximizing operability.

  In one embodiment, the heat exchanger is a plurality of plates in a stacked relationship that form a plurality of first fluid flow channels and a plurality of second fluid flow channels therebetween, the plates comprising: At least one first port formed therein that is in fluid communication with the fluid flow channel, and at least one second port formed therein that is in fluid communication with the second fluid flow channel. , At least one first port of one of the plates forms at least one first one of the other one of the plates so as to form a first manifold for receiving a first working fluid therein. Substantially aligned with the ports, wherein the at least one second port of one of the plates forms a second manifold for receiving a second working fluid therein. And a first tube in fluid communication with the first manifold for receiving a first working fluid therein, the plurality of plates being generally aligned with at least one second port of another one of the first ports. And a second tube in fluid communication with the second manifold for receiving a second working fluid therein, and each working fluid flowing through at least one of the first tube and the second tube. And a temperature manipulating element disposed in at least one of the first tube and the second tube to manipulate the temperature of the first tube.

  In another embodiment, the heat exchanger is a plurality of end plates, wherein at least one of the end plates includes a plurality of first ports formed therein and a plurality of second ports formed therein. A plurality of interior plates disposed between the stacked endplates forming a plurality of first fluid flow channels and a plurality of second fluid flow channels therebetween. A plurality of first ports formed therein that are in fluid communication with the first fluid flow channel and a plurality of plates formed therein that are in fluid communication with the second fluid flow channel. A second port of the plate, each first port of the plate being generally aligned to form an inflow manifold and an outflow manifold for receiving a first working fluid therein. Each second port of the plate has a plurality of inner plates substantially aligned to form an inflow manifold and an outflow manifold for receiving a second working fluid therein, the first plate therein A first inflow tube in fluid communication with the inflow manifold for receiving the working fluid, a first exhaust tube in fluid communication with the outflow manifold for receiving the first working fluid therein, and a first exhaust tube therein. A second inflow tube in fluid communication with the inflow manifold for receiving the second working fluid; a second exhaust tube in fluid communication with the outflow manifold for receiving the second working fluid therein; A first inlet pipe to manipulate the temperature of each working fluid flowing through at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe; Having one of the discharge pipe, and a second inflow tube, a temperature manipulation element disposed within at least one of the second discharge pipe, a.

  In another embodiment, the heat exchanger includes a plurality of first plates including a pair of first ports and a pair of second ports formed therein, and a plurality of first fluids therebetween. A plurality of second plates arranged adjacent to the first plate in an alternating pattern to form a flow channel and a plurality of second fluid flow channels, Each receives a first working fluid therein, each of the second fluid flow channels receives a second working fluid therein, and each of the second plates is formed within it. Including a pair of first ports and a pair of second ports, each first port of the plate forming an inflow manifold and an outflow manifold for receiving a first working fluid therein. Almost aligned and pre- Each second port of the plurality of second plates includes a plurality of second plates that are generally aligned to form an inflow manifold and an outflow manifold for receiving a second working fluid therein, and a first plate therein. A first inflow tube in fluid communication with the inflow manifold for receiving the working fluid, a first exhaust tube in fluid communication with the outflow manifold for receiving the first working fluid therein, and a first exhaust tube therein. A second inflow pipe in fluid communication with the inflow manifold for receiving the second working fluid, a second exhaust pipe in fluid communication with the outflow manifold for receiving the second working fluid therein, and a pipe At least one temperature manipulating element disposed in the second inlet pipe and the second outlet pipe to manipulate the temperature of the second working fluid flowing therethrough.

  The above as well as other advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment when considered in light of the accompanying drawings.

It is the schematic perspective view seen from diagonally upward of the heat exchanger by one Embodiment of this invention. It is side surface sectional drawing of the heat exchanger seen along the 2-2 line of FIG.

  The following detailed description and the annexed drawings set forth and illustrate illustrative embodiments of the invention. The description and drawings are intended to enable those skilled in the art to make and use the invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

  1 and 2 show a heat exchanger 10 according to one embodiment of the present invention. The illustrated heat exchanger 10 is a cooling heat exchanger, but the heat exchanger 10 is used in desired applications such as, for example, automotive, commercial, household, marine, aviation, and RV car applications. It will be appreciated that any type of heat exchanger is possible. The heat exchanger 10 includes a corner plate 16 and a plurality of inner plates 18a, 18b disposed between a pair of end plates 19, 20 in a stacked relationship. More or fewer plates as shown can be utilized as desired, such as, for example, spacer plates or transmission plates.

  As shown, the corner plate 16 and end plates 19, 20 are thicker than the inner plates 18a, 18b to provide structural rigidity to the heat exchanger 10. The plates 16, 18a, 18b, 19, 20 are attached to the outer periphery in a substantially fluid tight manner. It will be appreciated that the plates 16, 18a, 18b, 19, 20 can be attached by any suitable means as desired, eg, brazing, soldering, welding, using gaskets, and the like. Each of the illustrated plates 18a, 18b, 19, 20 is upward and outward to promote the nested structure of the stacked adjacent plates 18a, 18b, 19, 20 and maximize the seal between them. It has a peripheral skirt portion 21 extending in the direction.

  In the illustrated embodiment, the plates 16, 18a, 18b, 19, 20 have a generally rectangular shape, but the plates 16, 18a, 18b, 19, 20 have any shape and size as desired. It is understood that you can. Furthermore, it is understood that the plates 16, 18a, 18b, 19, 29 can be formed from any suitable material, such as, for example, a metallic material. The width and length of the illustrated heat exchanger 10 depend on the shape and size of the plates 18a, 18b, 19, 20 and the height of the heat exchanger 10 is determined by the stacked plates 18a, 18b, 19, Depends on the number of 20. The number of laminated inner plates 18a, 18b is determined based on the desired cooling, heating, and flow performance of the heat exchanger 10. The illustrated heat exchanger 10 includes 24 (24) internal plates 18a, 18b. However, it will be appreciated that more or fewer inner plates 18a, 18b may be utilized if desired.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the inner plates 18a are arranged adjacent to the plates 18b in an alternating pattern. The corner plate 16 is disposed adjacent to the end plate 20. It will be appreciated that the corner plate 16 may be positioned adjacent to one of the inner plates 18a, 18b or the end plate 19 if desired. A plurality of flow channels 22a, 22b are formed between the alternately disposed inner plates 18a, 18b and between the end plate 20 and the inner plate 18b. A first working fluid (not shown) is received in the flow channel 22a. A second working fluid (not shown) is received in the flow channel 22b. The working fluid can be any fluid used in automobile applications, refrigerants (eg, R12, R134a, etc.), coolant (eg, ethyl glycol), engine oil, transmission oil, power steering fluid, etc., as desired. It can be any working fluid. In a non-limiting example, the first working fluid is a refrigerant and the second working fluid is an engine or battery coolant.

  Surface irregularities 24 formed in the inner plates 18a, 18b are in contact with adjacent inner plates 18a, 18b or at least one end plate 19, 20 to maximize heat transfer between the working fluids. A plurality of nonlinear flow paths in the flow channels 22a and 22b are created. It will be appreciated that the surface irregularities 24 may have any shape and size as desired.

  Each of the plates 18a, 18b, 20 further includes a pair of first working fluid ports 30, 32 and a pair of second working fluid ports 34, 36. It will be appreciated that the end plate 19 can have a working fluid port formed therein, if desired. The first working fluid ports 30, 32 of each of the plates 18 a, 18 b, 20 are configured and generally aligned to form an inflow manifold 40 and an outflow manifold 42, respectively. The first working fluid inflow manifold 40 allows the first working fluid to flow to the flow channel 22a, and the first working fluid outflow manifold 42 allows the first working fluid to flow from the flow channel 22a. enable. Inflow tube 50 is coupled to heat exchanger 10 and in fluid communication with first working fluid inflow manifold 40 to allow the first working fluid to flow to heat exchanger 10. The exhaust tube 52 is coupled to the heat exchanger 10 and is in fluid communication with the first working fluid outlet manifold 42 to allow the first working fluid to flow from the heat exchanger 10. As shown, the tubes 50, 52 are received within respective openings formed in the corner plate 16 to form a fluid tight connection therebetween. It will be appreciated that the tubes 50, 52 can be coupled to the corner plate 16 or to one of the end plates 19, 20 by any desired means such as, for example, brazing, soldering, welding, using gaskets, etc. Is done.

  The second working fluid port 34 of each of the plates 18a, 18b, 20 is configured and substantially aligned to form a second working fluid inflow manifold 54. The second working fluid inflow manifold 54 allows the second working fluid to flow into the flow channel 22b. The second working fluid port 36 of each of the plates 16, 18 a, 18 b, 20 is configured and generally aligned to form a second working fluid outlet manifold 56. The second working fluid outflow manifold 56 allows the second working fluid to flow from the flow channel 22b. The inflow tube 58 is coupled to the heat exchanger 10 and in fluid communication with the second working fluid inflow manifold 54 to allow the second working fluid to flow to the heat exchanger 10. The exhaust tube 60 is coupled to the heat exchanger 10 and is in fluid communication with the second working fluid outlet manifold 56 to allow the second working fluid to flow from the heat exchanger 10. It will be appreciated that the tubes 50, 52, 58, 60 can be coupled to the heat exchanger 10 by any suitable means such as, for example, brazing, soldering, welding, using gaskets, and the like. Further, it will be appreciated that the tubes 50, 52, 58, 60 can be formed from any suitable material, such as, for example, a metallic material or a plastic material. As shown, the tubes 50, 52, 58, 60 extend laterally outward from one side of the heat exchanger 10. However, it is understood that each of the tubes 50, 52, 58, 60 can be formed to extend from any side of the heat exchanger 10 in any direction and configuration as desired.

  In the illustrated embodiment, the temperature manipulating element 70 is disposed in each of the second working fluid inlet pipe 58 and the outlet pipe 60. For example, a temperature manipulating element 70 disposed in each of the tubes 50, 52, 58, 60, two or more temperature manipulating elements 70 disposed in at least one of the tubes 50, 52, 58, 60, or More or fewer temperature manipulating elements 70 as shown, such as one temperature manipulating element 70 disposed on only one of the tubes 50, 52, 58, 60 can be disposed if desired. As shown, the temperature manipulating element 70 is disposed within the tubes 58, 60 at a position substantially perpendicular to the direction of the second working fluid flow through the tubes 58, 60. However, the temperature manipulating element 70 is, for example, in a position substantially perpendicular to the direction of the first working fluid flow through the tubes 50, 52 and substantially parallel to the direction of the working fluid flow through the tubes 50, 52, 58, 60. Within the tubes 50, 52, 58, 60 at any desired position, such as an intermediate position, or an intermediate position between substantially perpendicular and substantially parallel to the direction of flow of the working fluid through the tubes 50, 52, 58, 60. It is understood that can be arranged in

  The illustrated temperature manipulation element 70 is a heating element such as a positive temperature coefficient (PTC) or a glow plug, for example. It is understood that the temperature manipulation element 70 can be any temperature manipulation element 70 as desired, such as other heating or cooling elements, if desired. In the illustrated embodiment, the temperature manipulation element 70 is coupled to the tubes 58, 60 by a screw engagement 72 that forms a generally fluid tight connection therebetween. However, the temperature manipulating element 70 may be connected to the tubes 50, 52, 58, 60 by any means to form a fluid tight connection, as desired, for example, by brazing, soldering, welding, using fasteners, and the like. It is understood that they can be combined. If desired, a gasket (not shown) may be utilized to facilitate the formation of a fluid tight connection.

  In operation, the first working fluid flows through the inflow pipe 50 into the inflow manifold 40 for the first working fluid and into the heat exchanger 10. The first working fluid then flows into the flow channel 22a formed between the alternating plates 18a, 18b. As the first working fluid moves through the flow channel 22a flow path, the first working fluid flows around the surface irregularities 24 formed in the plates 18a, 18b, which The working fluid is stirred. Thereafter, the first working fluid flows from the flow channel 22a through the outlet manifold 42, enters the exhaust pipe 52, and exits the heat exchanger 10.

  At the same time, the second working fluid flows through the inflow pipe 58 into the heat exchanger 10 into the inflow manifold 54 for the second working fluid. The second working fluid then flows to the flow channel 22b formed between the alternating plates 18a, 18b. As the second working fluid moves through the flow channel 22b, the second working fluid flows around the surface irregularities 24 formed in the plates 18a, 18b, which The working fluid is stirred. Typically, heat is transferred from the second working fluid to the first working fluid. However, it will be appreciated that in certain applications of the heat exchanger 10, such as for use in cold climates, heat can be transferred from the first working fluid to the second working fluid, for example, if desired. Thereafter, the second working fluid flows from the flow channel 22b, through the outflow manifold 56, into the exhaust pipe 60, and out of the heat exchanger 10.

  When the temperature of the second working fluid flowing into the heat exchanger 10 through the inflow pipe 58 is higher or lower than the desired temperature, the temperature manipulation element 70 disposed in the inflow pipe 58 is activated or activated. Stopped. In the illustrated embodiment, the temperature manipulating element 70 is a heating element and is activated when the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the inflow tube 58 is less than the desired temperature. Accordingly, the temperature manipulating element 70 in the inflow tube 58 operates to heat the second working fluid flowing through the inflow tube 58 until the desired temperature is reached. When the desired temperature is reached, the temperature manipulation element 70 is deactivated. However, it is understood that the temperature manipulating element 70 can be used to maintain the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the inlet tube 58 at a desired temperature, if desired. A further temperature manipulating element 70 located in the inlet pipe 58 minimizes the time required to reach the desired temperature. The temperature manipulation element 70 is deactivated when the temperature manipulation element 70 is an activated heating element and the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the inlet tube 58 exceeds a desired temperature.

  When the temperature of the second working fluid flowing from the heat exchanger 10 through the exhaust pipe 60 is higher or lower than the desired temperature, the temperature manipulation element 70 disposed in the exhaust pipe 60 is activated or deactivated. The In the embodiment shown, the temperature manipulating element 70 is a heating element and is activated when the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the exhaust pipe 60 is below the desired temperature. Accordingly, the temperature manipulating element 70 in the exhaust pipe 60 operates to heat the second working fluid flowing through the exhaust pipe 60 until the desired temperature is reached. When the desired temperature is reached, the temperature manipulation element 70 is deactivated. However, it is understood that the temperature manipulating element 70 can be used to maintain the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the inlet tube 60 at the desired temperature, if desired. A further temperature manipulating element 70 located in the discharge pipe 60 minimizes the time required to reach the desired temperature. The temperature manipulation element 70 is deactivated when the temperature manipulation element 70 is an activated heating element and the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the discharge pipe 60 exceeds a desired temperature.

  In another embodiment of the present invention, the temperature manipulating element 70 disposed in the inflow pipe 58 is a cooling element and the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the inflow pipe 58 is higher than the desired temperature. Actuated. Accordingly, the temperature manipulating element 70 in the inflow tube 58 operates to cool the second working fluid flowing through the inflow tube 58 until the desired temperature is reached. When the desired temperature is reached, the temperature manipulation element 70 is deactivated. However, it is understood that the temperature manipulating element 70 can be used to maintain the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the inlet tube 58 at the desired temperature, if desired. A further temperature manipulating element 70 located in the inlet pipe 58 minimizes the time required to reach the desired temperature. The temperature manipulation element 70 is deactivated when the temperature manipulation element 70 is an activated cooling element and the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the inlet tube 58 is less than the desired temperature.

  In another embodiment of the present invention, the temperature manipulation element 70 disposed in the discharge pipe 60 is a cooling element, and the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the discharge pipe 60 is higher than the desired temperature. Actuated. Accordingly, the temperature manipulating element 70 in the exhaust pipe 60 operates to cool the second working fluid flowing through the exhaust pipe 60 until the desired temperature is reached. When the desired temperature is reached, the temperature manipulation element 70 is deactivated. However, it is understood that if desired, the temperature manipulating element 70 can be used to maintain the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the exhaust pipe 60 at the desired temperature. A further temperature manipulating element 70 located in the discharge pipe 60 minimizes the time required to reach the desired temperature. If the temperature manipulating element 70 is an activated cooling element and the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the discharge pipe 60 is less than the desired temperature, the temperature manipulating element 70 is deactivated.

  For example, when the temperature operation element 70 disposed in the inflow pipe 58 is a heating element and the temperature operation element 70 disposed in the discharge pipe 60 is a cooling element, the temperature operation element disposed in the inflow pipe 58. 70 is a cooling element and the temperature operating element 70 disposed in the discharge pipe 60 is a heating element, or one of the temperature operating elements 70 disposed in the inflow pipe 58 is a heating element and the inflow Another of the temperature manipulating elements 70 disposed in the tube 58 is a cooling element, and one of the temperature manipulating elements 70 disposed in the exhaust pipe 60 is a heating element, and in the exhaust pipe 60 The inlet pipe 58 and the outlet pipe 60 can have any combination of the temperature manipulation elements 70 disposed therein, such as when another of the temperature manipulation elements 70 disposed is a cooling element. Understood.

  At least one of the tubes 50, 52 may include at least one temperature manipulation element 70 disposed therein for heating or cooling the first working fluid until it reaches its desired temperature. To be further understood.

  From the above description, those skilled in the art can readily determine the essential characteristics of the present invention and various modifications to the present invention to adapt to various uses and conditions without departing from the spirit and scope thereof. Changes and modifications can be made.

10 heat exchanger 16 corner plate 18a inner plate 18b inner plate 19 end plate 20 end plate 21 peripheral skirt portion 22a flow channel 22b flow channel 24 surface irregular portion 30 first working fluid port 32 first working fluid port 34 first 2nd working fluid port 36 2nd working fluid port 40 1st working fluid inflow manifold 42 1st working fluid outflow manifold 50 inflow pipe 52 discharge pipe 54 2nd working fluid inflow manifold 56 2nd working fluid outflow manifold 58 Inlet pipe 60 Outlet pipe 70 Temperature control element

Claims (20)

A heat exchanger,
A plurality of plates in a stacked relationship, wherein a plurality of first fluid flow channels and a plurality of second fluid flow channels are formed therebetween, the plates being in fluid communication with the first fluid flow channels; At least one first port formed therein and at least one second port formed therein that is in fluid communication with the second fluid flow channel, the one of the plates At least one first port is generally aligned with another one of the at least one first ports of the plate so as to form a first manifold for receiving a first working fluid therein. The at least one second port of one of the plates forms a second manifold for receiving a second working fluid therein. Wherein a plurality of plates substantially aligned with another one of the at least one second port of the over bets,
A first tube in fluid communication with the first manifold, the first tube for receiving the first working fluid therein;
A second tube in fluid communication with the second manifold, wherein the second tube for receiving the second working fluid therein;
The at least one of the first tube and the second tube to manipulate the temperature of the respective working fluid flowing through at least one of the first tube and the second tube. A temperature operating element arranged in one;
The heat exchanger characterized by having.   The heat exchanger according to claim 1, wherein the at least one of the first pipe and the second pipe is one of an inflow pipe and an exhaust pipe.   The temperature manipulation element is in a position substantially perpendicular to the flow of the respective working fluid through the at least one of the first tube and the second tube, and the first tube and the The heat exchanger of claim 1, wherein the heat exchanger is disposed within the at least one of the second tubes.   The temperature manipulation element is positioned substantially parallel to the flow of the respective working fluid through the at least one of the first tube and the second tube, the first tube and the The heat exchanger of claim 1, wherein the heat exchanger is disposed within the at least one of the second tubes.   The temperature manipulation element is at an intermediate position between substantially perpendicular and substantially parallel to the flow of the respective working fluid through the at least one of the first tube and the second tube. The heat exchanger of claim 1, wherein the heat exchanger is disposed within the at least one of a second tube and the second tube.   The temperature manipulating element is formed by a threaded engagement that forms a substantially fluid tight connection between the at least one of the first tube and the second tube and the temperature manipulating element. And the heat exchanger of claim 1 coupled to the at least one of the second tubes.   The temperature manipulation element includes a heating element for heating the respective working fluid flowing through the at least one of the first tube and the second tube to a desired temperature, and the first tube The heat exchanger of claim 1, wherein the heat exchanger is one of a cooling element for cooling the respective working fluid flowing through the at least one of a tube and the second tube to a desired temperature. .   The heat exchanger according to claim 1, wherein each of the working fluids is at least one of a refrigerant, an engine fluid, a battery coolant, and a transmission oil. A heat exchanger,
A plurality of end plates, wherein at least one of the end plates includes a plurality of first ports formed therein and a plurality of second ports formed therein. Plates,
A plurality of internal plates disposed between the end plates in a stacked relationship, wherein a plurality of first fluid flow channels and a plurality of second fluid flow channels are formed therebetween, wherein the internal plates are A plurality of first ports formed therein that are in fluid communication with the first fluid flow channel; and a plurality of second ports formed therein that are in fluid communication with the second fluid flow channel. The first port of each of the plates is generally aligned to form an inflow manifold and an outflow manifold for receiving a first working fluid therein, and the second port of each of the plates The plurality of inner plates substantially aligned to form an inflow manifold and an outflow manifold for receiving a second working fluid therein;
A first inlet pipe in fluid communication with the inlet manifold, the first inlet pipe for receiving the first working fluid therein;
A first exhaust pipe in fluid communication with the outflow manifold, wherein the first exhaust pipe for receiving the first working fluid therein;
A second inlet pipe in fluid communication with the inlet manifold, the second inlet pipe for receiving the second working fluid therein;
A second exhaust pipe in fluid communication with the outflow manifold, wherein the second exhaust pipe for receiving the second working fluid therein;
Manipulating the temperature of the respective working fluid flowing through at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe. A temperature manipulating element disposed within the at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe;
The heat exchanger characterized by having.   The temperature manipulating element passes through the at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe of the respective working fluid. Disposed in the at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe at a position substantially perpendicular to the flow. The heat exchanger according to claim 9.   The temperature manipulating element passes through the at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe of the respective working fluid. Disposed in the at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe at a position substantially parallel to the flow. The heat exchanger according to claim 9.   The temperature manipulating element passes through the at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe of the respective working fluid. At least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe at an intermediate position between substantially vertical and substantially parallel to the flow. The heat exchanger according to claim 9, which is arranged in one.   The temperature operating element is between the at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe and the temperature operating element, Coupled to the at least one of the first inlet tube, the first outlet tube, the second inlet tube, and the second outlet tube by a threaded engagement that forms a generally fluid tight connection. The heat exchanger according to claim 9.   The temperature manipulation element is the respective working fluid flowing through the at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe. A heating element for heating to a desired temperature, and at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe. The heat exchanger of claim 9, wherein the heat exchanger is one of a cooling element that cools each working fluid flowing therethrough to a desired temperature.   The respective working fluid flowing through the at least one of the first inlet pipe, the first outlet pipe, the second inlet pipe, and the second outlet pipe is a refrigerant, an engine fluid The heat exchanger according to claim 9, wherein the heat exchanger is at least one of a battery coolant and a transmission oil. A heat exchanger,
A plurality of first plates comprising a pair of first ports and a pair of second ports formed therein;
A plurality of second plates disposed adjacent to the first plate in an alternating pattern so as to form a plurality of first fluid flow channels and a plurality of second fluid flow channels therebetween. Each of the first fluid flow channels receives a first working fluid therein, and each of the second fluid flow channels receives a second working fluid therein, the second fluid flow channel Each of the plates includes a pair of first ports and a pair of second ports formed therein, and each of the first ports of the plate includes the first actuation therein. Approximately aligned to form an inflow manifold and an outflow manifold for receiving fluid, each second port of the plate having an inflow manifold for receiving the second working fluid therein. Said plurality of second plate substantially aligned so as to form a shield and an outlet manifold,
A first inlet pipe in fluid communication with the inlet manifold, the first inlet pipe for receiving the first working fluid therein;
A first exhaust pipe in fluid communication with the outflow manifold, wherein the first exhaust pipe for receiving the first working fluid therein;
A second inlet pipe in fluid communication with the inlet manifold, the second inlet pipe for receiving the second working fluid therein;
A second exhaust pipe in fluid communication with the outflow manifold, wherein the second exhaust pipe for receiving the second working fluid therein;
At least one temperature manipulating element disposed in the second inlet pipe and the second outlet pipe to manipulate the temperature of the second working fluid flowing through the pipe;
The heat exchanger characterized by having.   The at least one temperature manipulating element has a position substantially perpendicular to the flow of the second working fluid through the tube and a position substantially parallel to the flow of the second working fluid through the tube. The intermediate flow position is disposed in the second inlet pipe at one of an intermediate position between substantially perpendicular and substantially parallel to the flow of the second working fluid through the pipe. Heat exchanger.   The at least one temperature manipulation element is substantially perpendicular to the flow of the second working fluid through the tube and substantially parallel to the flow of the second working fluid through the tube. Claims disposed in the second discharge pipe at one of a position and an intermediate position between substantially vertical and substantially parallel to the flow of the second working fluid through the pipe. Item 17. The heat exchanger according to item 16.   The at least one temperature operating element includes at least one of a heating element for heating the second working fluid to a desired temperature and a cooling element for cooling the second working fluid to a desired temperature. The heat exchanger according to claim 16, wherein the number is one.   The heat exchanger according to claim 16, wherein the first working fluid is a refrigerant, and the second working fluid is one of an engine fluid and a battery coolant.

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