<p>➀ Microchip Technology's reference design proposes an intelligent cooling plate using a PIC16F17146 microcontroller and Peltier technology for precise thermal management in electronics; </p><p>➁ The design integrates Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs) to handle temperature monitoring, current sensing, and user interfaces, minimizing external components and cost; </p><p>➂ It features safety mechanisms like fault detection, fan monitoring, and EMI-friendly regulators, making it suitable for industrial, laboratory, and consumer applications.</p>