Cryogenics for Superconducting Quantum Information Science

Objective: To understand the physics behind the dilution cooling process, be familiar with the design features of modern refrigerators, and to have an introductory understanding of cryogenic engineering considerations at millikelvin temperatures.Outline: • Background • Physics of helium and the behavior of 3He/4He mixtures • Making a practical refrigerator • The development of dilution refrigerators from the 1960s to today • Modern designs and operation • Materials and design techniques at mK temperatures