Silicon Photodiode Array Detectors For High Resolution Spectroscopy At Lick Observatory

Steven S. Vogt

doi:10.1117/12.965839

1 January 1981 Silicon Photodiode Array Detectors For High Resolution Spectroscopy At Lick Observatory

Steven S. Vogt

Proceedings Volume 0290, Solid-State Imagers for Astronomy; (1981) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.965839
Event: Solid State Imagers for Astronomy, 1981, Cambridge, United States

Abstract

This paper describes the design and performance of two unintensified Reticon photodiode array detectors for high resolution spectroscopy with the Shane 3-meter telescope at Lick Observatory. Reticon arrays of 2 x 936 and 1 x 1872 formats were chosen for the initial installation. The remaining optical and mechanical components of the system were designed to allow easy addition of charge coupled devices (CCD's) as they become available. Detailed descriptions are given of cooling techniques, temperature control, and signal processing electronics which represent major improvements in performance and simplicity of operation over many previous Reticon systems. Both Reticon arrays are in routine operation for high resolution spectroscopy at Lick, and their performance is illustrated by astronomical observations obtained for several on-going research programs.

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Steven S. Vogt "Silicon Photodiode Array Detectors For High Resolution Spectroscopy At Lick Observatory", Proc. SPIE 0290, Solid-State Imagers for Astronomy, (1 January 1981); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.965839

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