A Model of the Performance Characteristics of Silicon-Gallium Infrared Detectors for Low Background Applications.
Abstract
The Si:Ga system is modeled for detection of infrared (IR) radiation in low backgrounds. The responsivity and detectivity are calculated as functions of residual B, compensation ratio, and temperature. The results demonstrate a large potential for improvement in device performance if starting material with a low residual B is used to manufacture the detectors. These improvements include higher responsivity, higher operating temperature, increased detectivity, greater uniformity in spatial response, and increased radiation hardness.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1984
- Accession Number
- ADA143932
Entities
People
- Frank Szmulowicz
- P. M. Hemenger
- S. Mcguigan
Organizations
- Universal Energy Systems