Accession Number:

AD1079672

Title:

Advances on Sensitive Electron-Injection Based Cameras for Low-Flux, Short-Wave Infrared Applications

Descriptive Note:

Journal Article - Open Access

Corporate Author:

Northwestern University Evanston United States

Personal Author(s):

• Fathipour,Vala
• Bonakdar,Alireza
• Mohseni,Hooman

Report Date:

2016-08-05

Pagination or Media Count:

16.0

Abstract:

Short-wave infrared SWIR photon detection has become an essential technology in the modern world. Sensitive SWIR detector arrays with high pixel density, low noise levels, and high signal-to-noise-ratios are highly desirable for a variety of applications including biophotonics, light detection and ranging, optical tomography, and astronomical imaging. As such many efforts in infrared detector research are directed toward improving the performance of the photon detectors operating in this wavelength range. We review the history, principle of operation, present status, and possible future developments of a sensitive SWIR detector technology, which has demonstrated to be one of the most promising paths to high pixel density focal plane arrays FPAs for low flux applications.

Descriptors:

• imaging techniques
• infrared detectors
• readout integrated circuits
• light sources
• focal plane arrays
• chemical vapor deposition
• band gaps
• amplifiers
• electrons
• SHORT WAVELENGTH INFRARED RADIATION

Subject Categories:

• Infrared Detection and Detectors

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE