AbstractIn this paper, we present the design and construction of a composite focal plane assembly (FPA) for the Geostationary Earth Radiation Budget (GERB) Earth observing, visible–infrared imaging radiometer. The FPA is a complex structure that incorporates a number of features aimed at reducing mass, power and volume. These include the use of silicon and ceramic substrates for high density tracking and temperature stabilisation, removable test structures for component verification prior to final assembly and high levels of integration.
A composite focal plane assembly for the GERB instrument
Acta Astronautica ; 59 , 12 ; 1117-1122
2006-04-18
6 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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