Electron-bombarded CCD detectors for ultraviolet atmospheric remote sensingElectronic image sensors based on charge coupled devices operated in electron-bombarded mode, yielding real-time, remote-readout, photon-limited UV imaging capability are being developed. The sensors also incorporate fast-focal-ratio Schmidt optics and opaque photocathodes, giving nearly the ultimate possible diffuse-source sensitivity. They can be used for direct imagery of atmospheric emission phenomena, and for imaging spectrography with moderate spatial and spectral resolution. The current state of instrument development, laboratory results, planned future developments and proposed applications of the sensors in space flight instrumentation is described.
Document ID
19830035306
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Carruthers, G. R. (Hulburt (E. O.) Center for Space Research Washington, DC, United States)
Opal, C. B. (U.S. Navy, E. O. Hulburt Center for Space Research, Washington DC, United States)
Date Acquired
August 11, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1983
Subject Category
Spacecraft Instrumentation
Report/Patent Number
AD-A134560AIAA PAPER 83-0106
Meeting Information
Meeting: American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Aerospace Sciences Meeting