A broadband imaging system for research applications

Rev Sci Instrum. 2009 May;80(5):056104. doi: 10.1063/1.3124796.

Abstract

We have developed a compact, computer-piloted, high sensitivity broadband imaging system for laboratory research that is compatible with various detectors. Mirror optics allow application from the visible to the far infrared spectral range. A prototype tested in conjunction with a mercury cadmium telluride detector exhibits a peak detectivity of 6.7x10(10) cm Hz(1/2)/W at a wavelength of 11.8 microm. Temperature and spatial resolutions of 0.06 K and 1.6 mrad, respectively, were demonstrated.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Cadmium Compounds
  • Equipment Design
  • Laboratories
  • Mercury Compounds
  • Nitrogen / chemistry
  • Research / instrumentation*
  • Research Design
  • Temperature
  • Thermography / instrumentation*
  • Thermography / methods

Substances

  • Cadmium Compounds
  • Mercury Compounds
  • mercury cadmium telluride
  • Nitrogen