Predicted and Measured Detection Capabilities of the Lincoln ETS, Photon-Noise-Limited, Electro-Optical Systems.
Abstract
A model describing the GO-point source detection capabilities of low-light-level, photon-noise-limited, electro-optical systems operating at standard television rates has been extended to include image integration within the sensor (intensified silicon diode target). Specific examples have been calculated for 0.4 deg - 0.7 deg fields of view, for 14 in. - 31 in. telescope apertures, for 5C - 20C temperatures, for 17m - 22m per sq. sec night-sky-brightnesses, and for several specified video signal-to-noise ratios. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 26, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA025859
Entities
People
- Robert S Weber
Organizations
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology