Multi-layer insulation composite material having at least one thermally-reflective layer with through openings, storage container using the same, and related methods
US8603598B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 23, 2008 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 17, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24331
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In an embodiment, a multi-layer insulation (MLI) composite material includes a first thermally-reflective layer and a second thermally-reflective layer spaced from the first thermally-reflective layer. At least one of the first or second thermally-reflective layers includes a plurality of through openings configured to at least partially obstruct transmission therethrough of infrared electromagnetic radiation having a wavelength greater than a threshold wavelength. A region between the first and second thermally-reflective layers impedes heat conduction between the first and second thermally-reflective layers. Other embodiments include a storage container including a container structure that may be at least partially formed from such MLI composite materials, and methods of using such MLI composite materials.
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