A.I. Data Centers in Space? A System to Cool Chips Could Help.
- Posted on July 30, 2026
- Solar Energy
- By The New York Times
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A groundbreaking collaboration between Caltech and Sophia Space has unveiled an innovative cooling solution for orbital data centers powered by renewable solar energy. This technology addresses the critical challenge of thermal management in space-based computing infrastructure, enabling efficient operation of artificial intelligence systems beyond Earth's atmosphere. The development represents a significant step toward sustainable space computing and could revolutionize how we manage computational demands in the future.
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A.I. Data Centers in Space? A System to Cool Chips Could Help.
Researchers at Caltech and Sophia Space, a start-up, have developed a technology using solar power to prevent computer equipment from overheating in orbit. continue reading...
