Thermal management is often discussed in terms of electronic devices, which generate excess heat. Overheating can damage electronics, which means this heat needs to be dissipated. Thermal management systems use a wide range of cooling solutions, including heat sinks, heat pipes, heat exchangers, liquid cooling systems, fans, and phase change materials to keep electronics within … Read more
Advancements in thermal technology introduce high temperature vacuum insulation solutions Cryogenic systems benefit enormously from vacuum insulation. According to NASA, “Cryogenic thermal insulation systems that incorporate a vacuum environment can provide the lowest possible heat transfer.” But what about high temperature applications? Could vacuum insulation be an effective high temperature insulation material? “Cryogenic thermal insulation … Read more
Creating visual demonstrations for thermal insulation can be a challenging process. Heat can be a difficult thing to lay your eyes on! Luckily, we can visualize heat flow using some interesting optical systems. Schlieren imaging illustrates heat flow by observing small changes in the refractivity of air. Thermal imaging locates heat by capturing infrared radiation. … Read more
High temperature multilayer insulation designed for applications up to 1000°C Thermal radiation can easily penetrate the vast majority of insulation materials, even those designed for high temperatures. All Insulon® vacuum insulated parts drastically reduce convective and conductive heat transfer, but radiation can still get through. For super insulation performance, reducing radiation heat transfer is key. … Read more
Aerogel is one of the most effective types of insulation on earth. This exceptionally lightweight, porous, and low density material can be found in applications ranging from commercial products to Mars Rovers. It is a highly effective thermal insulator – but it is also extremely sensitive. Insulon® Technology is effective at a wider range of temperatures … Read more