Publication Date:
2019-07-13
Description:
The status of a program which develops and characterizes integrated infrared (IR) detector array technology for space astronomical applications is described. The devices under development include intrinsic, extrinsic silicon, and extrinsic germanium detectors, coupled to silicon readout electronics. Low-background laboratory test results include measurements of responsivity, noise, dark current, temporal response, and the effects of gamma-radiation. In addition, successful astronomical imagery has been obtained on some arrays from this program. These two aspects of the development combine to demonstrate the strong potential for integrated array technology for IR space astronomy.
Keywords:
SPACECRAFT INSTRUMENTATION
Type:
Cryogenic Optical Systems and Instruments III; Aug 17, 1988 - Aug 19, 1988; San Diego, CA; United States
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