What type of chamber and material would be required?

In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of using a vacuum to regulate the temperature of a computer, specifically a quantum computer. However, it is noted that this may not be the most effective solution as quantum computers require very low temperatures. Alternative solutions such as liquid cooling are suggested, but the overall idea of using a vacuum is deemed unlikely to work.
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To sustain a near perfect vacuum around a computer, that had an outgoing link? Also how would you defuse the temperature and vacuum loss of the outgoing cable to the other circuits? thanks
 
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What would be the point? With no air to circulate around the innards, it would like overheat.
 
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I don't think I understand what you want to do. Is the computer in a vacuum? I can't see why you would ever think of something so bizarre.
 
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phinds said:
With no air to circulate around the innards, it would like overheat.
Maybe you could use a sophisticated liquid cooling system, but then again, why would you need a fully functioning computer in a vacuum? Is OP planning to visit space with his Pentium computer?
 
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lekh2003 said:
Maybe you could use a sophisticated liquid cooling system,
And what would carry the heat away from that liquid cooling system?
 
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phinds said:
And what would carry the heat away from that liquid cooling system?
Obviously, in a perfect vacuum such as space, this will never ever work. But if OP is willing to put the computer in a vacuum chamber, the liquid tubes can pass through the computer and out of the chamber to cool down.

Or you could have icy cool liquid that cools down the computer, but obviously this would eventually heat up and would need refills (just like the computer's battery).
 
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Honestly I have been drinking but was wondering if a vacuum could be utilized to control the temperature of a quantum computer. But since it would need an output, could a camber like virus control be used to minimize temperature loss
 
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Eatyourknowledge said:
Honestly I have been drinking but was wondering if a vacuum could be utilized to control the temperature of a quantum computer. But since it would need an output, could a camber like virus control be used to minimize temperature loss
Quantum computers need to be kept very very cold. Vacuums might not be the best idea, you need the temperature too low and just a regular computer won't function.
 
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Exactly, would a extremely low pressure vacuum be able to help regulate a very low pressure environment
 

Related to What type of chamber and material would be required?

1. What type of chamber is best for conducting experiments?

The best type of chamber for conducting experiments varies depending on the specific needs and goals of the experiment. Some common types of chambers include vacuum chambers, pressure chambers, and environmental chambers. Each type has its own advantages and limitations, so it is important to carefully consider the requirements of the experiment before selecting a chamber.

2. What materials are suitable for constructing a chamber?

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