Abstract
This review article summarizes the recent advances in the investigation of multilayer insulation in the light of cryogenic radiation heat transfer. Brief summary for the previous investigation of multilayer insulation is first made after “Advances in Cryogenic Engineering” volumes and next some problems that are peculiar to cryogenic radiation heat transfer systems are pointed out after Tien and Cravalhos' article.
Discussion is expanded to the recent study for the prediction of heat transfer rate in multilayer insulation through the introduction of the author's own investigation both experimental and of analysis. Other related investigations in this field are also introduced and discussion as to the relationship among those studies is made. Some prospective research areas in the cryogenic insulation technology are pointed out.
