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Turboexpander

A turbine stage that cools helium in the cryoplant.

Glossary of Fusion & Plasma TermsUpdated 2026-08-11

A turboexpander extracts work from expanding helium, cooling it efficiently as part of the refrigeration cycle. It is a key rotating component of the cold box.

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Content reviewed August 2026 · design-and-simulation stage