Patent ID: 7957138
Filing Date: 2011-06-07
Classification: H05K,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A gap filler member apparatus for blocking air flow through a gap existing between an edge of a first electronics board and a surface of a second electronics board that is disposed generally perpendicular to said first electronics board, where the first and second electronics boards are coupled by at least one pair of connectors and disposed within an electronics equipment enclosure, to block air flow through the gap, the apparatus comprising: a base portion having at least one rib extending therefrom, said base portion adapted to be secured to said surface of said second electronics board; and said rib extending away from said base portion and having a height approximately equal to a height of said gap formed between said first and second electronics boards, and a length of the rib being at least as long as a length of the gap, such that said rib at least substantially blocks the gap to prevent air flow through the gap.