Cryogenic temperatures enable transformative technologies across medicine, space exploration, defense, transportation, energy, and scientific research. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to cryocoolers, covering systems that operate from ~150 K down to the millikelvin range.
Originally developed and taught by Ray Radebaugh, this course continues in his honor, preserving his emphasis on both fundamental understanding and practical engineering application.
Session 1: Joule-Thomson & Microcryocoolers
Instructor: Franklin Miller, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Session 2: Brayton, Claude & Heat Exchangers
Instructor: Mark Zagarola, Creare
Session 3: Pulse Tube & Regenerative Systems
Instructor: Xihuan Hao, Bluefors
Session 4: Sub-Kelvin Systems & Emerging Research
Instructor: Franklin Miller, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Session 5: Practical Aspects of Cryocooler Fabrication and Instrumentation
Instructor: Peter Bradley, NIST
Distributors may purchase multiple copies of packages to distribute to learners, and follow their progress. Bulk discounts are below.
| Quantity | Price per voucher |
|---|---|
| 1+ | $125.00 |
| 2026 Foundations of Cryocoolers Short Course |
| Digital Files |