Detector Selection Methodology for the Triple-Tiny Ionospheric Photometer (Tri-TIP) Instrument

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Abstract:

The Geospace Science and Technology Branch have developed a new class of compact, high-sensitivity three-channel photometers for ionospheric remote sensing from CubeSats and other platforms. The Triple Tiny Ionospheric Photometer (Tri-TIP) improves upon the original TIP instruments by simultaneously monitoring 2 optical and 1 background noise channels through the use of a beam splitter. Additionally, Tri-TIP fits within a 1-unit (1U) CubeSat form factor. This report details the methodology for selecting suitable detectors for use within the Tri-TIP instrument.

Author(s):
Fritz, Bruce A ; Budzien, Andrew W ; Dymond, Kenneth F ; Brown, Charles M ; Nicholas, Andrew C ; Stephan, Andrew W.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL RESEARCH LAB WASHINGTON DC
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Publication Date:
2020 Sep 21
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Collection: TRECMS
Subject Terms
Modernization Areas:
Quantum Science and Computing
Communities of Interest:
Sensors
Descriptor(s):
measurement, optics, data analysis, quantum efficiency, detectors, long wavelengths, military research, remote sensing, acquisition, background noise, charged particles, data reduction, emission, ionosphere, photomultiplier tubes, spectra, calibration
Keyword(s):
tri-tip (Triple-Tiny Ionospheric Photometer), Detector Selection Methodology, ionospheric remote sensing, background noise channels, optical noise channels, beam splitters, Hamamatsu R13194 pmt, pmt (photomultiplier tubes), dark current characteristics, vacuum thermal chambers, responsivity, chi-squared analysis, fuv (far ultraviolet), fuv wavelengths, RED LEAK RESPONSE, pmt selection
Subject Categories:
Test Equipment, Research Facilities and Reprography; Electrotechnology and Fluidics; Physics
Update Date:
2020 Oct 05