Title :
Large Area Beryllium Proportional Counters
Author :
Tananbaum, H. ; Kellogg, E.M.
Author_Institution :
American Science & Engineering Cambridge, Massachusetts 02142
Abstract :
Proportional counters have been developed for use in satellite X-ray astronomy experiments. The counters are all beryllium with 2.5 mil (63.5 micron) windows, using epoxy seals. They are shown to have excellent long-term stability and resistance to environmental stress, except for 100% humidity.
Keywords :
Aluminum; Astronomy; Atmosphere; Counting circuits; Magnesium; Satellite broadcasting; Seals; Stress; X-ray detection; X-ray detectors;
Journal_Title :
Nuclear Science, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TNS.1970.4325566
