Publication Date:
2019-07-13
Description:
While the application of coded-aperture techniques to high-energy gamma-ray astronomy offers potential arc-second angular resolution, concerns were raised about the level of secondary radiation produced in a thick high-z mask. A series of Monte-Carlo calculations are conducted to evaluate and quantify the cosmic-ray induced neutral particle background produced in a coded-aperture mask. It is shown that this component may be neglected, being at least a factor of 50 lower in intensity than the cosmic diffuse gamma-rays.
Keywords:
SPACE RADIATION
Type:
International Cosmic Ray Conference; Aug 11, 1991 - Aug 23, 1991; Dublin
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