Modeled Performance of Multiple Quantum well Infrared Detectors in IR Sensor Systems

作者: R. L. Whitney , F. W. Adams , K. F. Cuff

DOI: 10.1007/978-94-011-1144-7_6

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摘要: We present a model for scaling performance of multiple-quantum-well infrared detector arrays with operating temperature and spectral wavelength band, discuss the optimization multiplequantum-well thermal imaging applications. show that specifics sensor application can significantly affect design operation these focal plane arrays. Background flux, desired temperature, readout considerations, calibration accuracy strongly quantum well structure. Consequently, predictions MQW parameters must be done system requirements in mind, not based purely on single performance.

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