StirlinGUIDE (version 1.0) is a graphical tool that illustrates the design and elucidates concepts of Stirling Cryocoolers and Stirling-type Pulse Tube Refrigerators (PTRs). This software is one which can be used as an interactive tool to understand the basic working mechanism of Stirling type machines. StirlinGUIDE is a Graphical User Interface (GUI) built using MATLAB®. The MATLAB code for the Stirling Cryocooler uses assumptions based on cyclic analysis. The isothermal model along with cyclic analysis has been utilized for devising the algorithm for PTR with an inertance tube. Along with cyclic analysis, the interface also provides a visualization of the specific cryocooler and a learning module for the user. The user interface can thus, be utilized by students as well as young faculty as a teaching aid and a design tool.

StirlinGUIDE provides a comprehensible platform for non-computer specialists to attain results for a particular cryocooler based on the required design and performance parameters. It also offers wide-ranging graphical illustrations which can assist in experimental courses in Cryogenic Engineering. A decent interpretation of the results can help in optimization of the cryocooler.

The current version of StirlinGUIDE requires a recent version of MATLAB (preferably R2009a and later) only. No toolboxes are required. The software works in Windows.

The user can dowload the latest version of StirlinGUIDE using the link given below. To assist with doubts and queries regarding the usage of this application, a manual file is also provided.

StirlinGUIDE 1.0

StirlinGUIDE Manual