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Requirements for high quality X-ray spectroscopy in an Explorer class missionThrough the use of simulated X-ray spectra the question of instrument requirements for a spectrograph that could significantly advance X-ray astronomy is addressed. It it concluded that resolution (lambda/delta lambda) in the range of 200 to 500, and effective collecting area in excess of 200 sq cm are required. One design, based on the objective reflection grating concept, which would meet these stringent requirements in an Explorer class mission is presented.
Document ID
19820018199
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Cash, W. C., Jr.
(Colorado Univ. Boulder, CO, United States)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
November 1, 1981
Publication Information
Publication: NASA. Goddard Space Flight Center X-ray Astronomy in the 1980's
Subject Category
Instrumentation And Photography
Accession Number
82N26075
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAG5-96
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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