NASA NTRS · 20060012340
X-ray Polarimetry with a Micro-Pattern Gas Detector
Abstract
Topics covered include: Science drivers for X-ray polarimetry; Previous X-ray polarimetry designs; The photoelectric effect and imaging tracks; Micro-pattern gas polarimeter design concept. Further work includes: Verify results against simulator; Optimize pressure and characterize different gases for a given energy band; Optimize voltages for resolution and sensitivity; Test meshes with 80 micron pitch; Characterize ASIC operation; and Quantify quantum efficiency for optimum polarization sensitivity.
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Hill, Joe. 2005-01-01. X-ray Polarimetry with a Micro-Pattern Gas Detector. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20060012340
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