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High temperature resistant thermal insulation for cryogenic tanks

US5542255A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 4, 1994
Grant dateAug 6, 1996
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Expiry dateMay 4, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S220/901
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention consists of at least one layer of super insulation surrounding the vessel containing the cryogenic liquid. A thin layer of high temperature insulation surrounds the super insulation. Both layers of insulation are surrounded by an outer jacket.

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