Space based infrared optics using solid cryogenic coolers utilize Duocel® aluminum foam
as an isothermalizer and baffle structure. Keeping a solid cryogen at a uniform
temperature gives the infrared optics a longer useful lifetime.
Liquid Nitrogen Tank
Duocel Aluminum foam is used as the structural core, heat exchanger, and anti-slosh
baffle in a lightweight conformal pressure tank. The tank stores liquid nitrogen
for an airborne infrared telescope system.