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Published on: July 19, 2016
Portable (3)He detector cryostat for the far infrared
J V Radostitz1, I G Nolt, P Kittel
1Department of Physics, University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon 97403.
The Review of Scientific Instruments
|January 1, 1978
Summary
A portable helium-3 (3He) cryostat for far-infrared detection is detailed. This versatile cryostat has proven reliable in diverse research settings, including aircraft, observatories, and labs.
Area of Science:
- Physics
- Astrophysics
- Instrumentation
Background:
- Far-infrared (FIR) detection requires cryogenic temperatures.
- Portable cryostats are essential for field and remote research.
- Helium-3 (3He) cryostats offer efficient cooling for sensitive detectors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a portable helium-3 (3He) cryostat.
- To highlight its suitability for far-infrared (FIR) detection.
- To report on its application in various research environments.
Main Methods:
- Description of a portable (3)He cryostat design.
- Utilization of the cryostat in aircraft, observatory, and laboratory settings.
- Investigation of bolometric materials performance within the cryostat.
Main Results:
- The (3)He cryostat has been successfully employed for several years.
- Demonstrated utility in diverse and demanding research applications.
- Provided a stable cryogenic environment for FIR detectors.
Conclusions:
- The portable (3)He cryostat is a robust and effective instrument.
- It facilitates advanced far-infrared detection research.
- Its performance is validated across multiple experimental platforms.
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