Portable insulated container incorporating stirling cooler refrigeration

摘要

An insulated container is provided that utilizes Stirling cooler technology. The insulated container and the Stirling cooler may include a self-contained, portable power source. Controls are provided for operating the Stirling cooler. The controls may include a temperature sensor for a compartment of the insulated container, and a speed control for the Stirling cooler. The controls may additionally include an overheat sensor for the Stirling cooler. As part of the controls for the Stirling cooler, a control panel may be provided as a graphical user interface for a user to control operation of the Stirling cooler. A low voltage indicator may be provided. In addition, a voltage sensor and a voltage reducer may be provided for determining whether voltage provided to the Stirling cooler is too high and for reducing the voltage to the Stirling cooler