Summary
Data centers (DC) are the backbone of the modern digital economy, critical to the U.S. economical growth, national security, public health, and enhanced data security and management. DCs are an energy intensive infrastructure, accounting for over 4% of total electricity use worldwide. As demand for AI and cloud computing grows, efficient cooling systems are critical to ensuring reliable and resilient DC operations. A critical failure in DC cooling systems can have catastrophic consequences, including total system shutdown, loss of data, and IT equipment. To prevent such catastrophic events, n