The
system operates basically as follows; two-phase flow of
LN2 enters the phase separator. The gas is vented to atmosphere
outside the lab leaving a volume of pure, gas-free LN2
at –320° F. The liquid is gravity fed to the cryoshroud
though a triaxial feed line. The LN2 is slightly sub-cooled
at the lower end of the piping due to the hydrostatic head
of liquid. As the liquid enters the cryoshroud and picks
up heat, the density changes, and the lighter LN2 is returned
to above the liquid level in the phase separator. Gas is
vented off, and the liquid is re-used.
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