Design and Development of a Joule-Thompson Cryostat

Pacific Scientific Engineering, 2003-04

Liaison(s): Floyd Fredrickson, Rajiv Rajpurkar, Gilbert Cisneros
Advisor(s): Joseph King
Students(s): Eric Swope (PM), Chad Foerster, Dan Lee, Lydia Son, Joshua Webb

The Clinic team has been tasked with the development of a Joule-Thomson Cryostat that will operate in accordance with various specifications. This cryostat will be used to mechanically cool a device from ambient to a temperature of 120K or below within 15 seconds. The team will conduct research on current cryostat methodology, develop an appropriate design, construct, and test a prototype. The team will also provide recommendations regarding appropriate manufacturing methods.