Progress in measuring techniques and thermal radiative properties of metals at cryogenic temperatures: A review

Abstract

In recent years, the development in measurement techniques of thermal radiative properties has attracted much attention to cryogenic applications, including space exploration, cryogenic research, medical applications, instrument design, planetary exploration and remote sensing, cryogenic storage and transportation. This paper discusses the importance of emissivity / absorptivity measurement, the factors they depend on, and the respective measurement methods, including calorimetric and radiometric. This paper also summarizes the published data on emissivity and absorptivity related to aluminum and stainless steel. It highlights the importance of surface treatment of materials, providing valuable insight into the significance of emissivity in cryogenic applications, which can serve as a reference for future research in this field.