In a sense, you could say that immersion cooling creates an “intelligent electrical heater” because it effectively harnesses the heat generated by electronic components for useful purposes.
In traditional air cooling methods, the heat generated by electronic components is simply released into the environment, where it is dissipated and lost. This represents a significant waste of energy, as the heat has the potential to be used for other purposes.
With immersion cooling, the heat generated by electronic components is absorbed by a liquid coolant, which can then be used for various purposes such as space heating or industrial processes. This represents a more efficient use of the heat generated by electronic components and can help reduce overall energy consumption and environmental impact.
So in a way, immersion cooling does turn electronic components into “intelligent heaters” because it enables the capture and use of the heat they generate. However, it is important to note that this is not the primary purpose of immersion cooling, which is to efficiently remove heat from electronic components to prevent overheating and damage. The ability to repurpose the captured heat is an additional benefit of immersion cooling.