Abstract
This disclosure describes a prototype-viable, nitrogen-class cryocooling system designed to reduce helium consumption and improve thermal stability for high-temperature superconducting (HTS) loads. The system combines staged Ranque–Hilsch vortex separation, spiral/tangential inlet geometry, modular flange construction, and a microfluidic Arachne-style thermal spreader. All geometry is defined using dimensionless design heuristics to enable rapid prototyping and tuning. The system is physically plausible and buildable using standard cryogenic hardware and CNC machining. Final temperature performance must be verified experimentally.
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Recommended Citation
Caldwell, Michael Victor Mr., "GCI #278 — Helium-Sparing Multi-Stage Vortex Cryocooling Stack with Modular Geometry and Arachne Thermal Interface", Technical Disclosure Commons, ()
https://www.tdcommons.org/dpubs_series/9723