Space Observation at Sofradir

Abstract

In the frame of space activities, Sofradir has developed a large know-how in the field of infrared detectors. Thanks to some numbers of basic studies, thanks to its participation to the development and manufacturing of the Helios 2 program for which long linear arrays have been produced, Sofradir has established a Mercury Cadmium Telluride technology qualified for space applications. Using MCT technology was a very good choice, not only for the level of performances but also for the flexibility of the material, as it is possible on the same base to manufacture SWIR, MWIR or LWIR detectors. The purpose of the paper is to give some technical information and to present possible evolution of the detectors in regard of space observations.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 16, 2000
Accession Number
ADP010829

Entities

People

  • Jean-paul Chamonal
  • Jean-pierre Chatard
  • Michel Vuillermet

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Sensors
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Arrays
  • Crystal Growth
  • Detection
  • Detectors
  • Focal Planes
  • Infrared Detectors
  • Linear Arrays
  • Manufacturing
  • Materials
  • Measurement
  • Observation
  • Physical Properties
  • Production
  • Short-Wavelength Infrared Radiation
  • Space Systems
  • Tellurides

Readers

  • Image Processing and Computer Vision.
  • Semiconductor Device Technology
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Space Objects