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Compact far ultraviolet emission source with rich spectral emission 1150-3100 A.
Applied Optics
|February 20, 2010
Summary
A novel compact far ultraviolet (UV) emission source is introduced, ideal for lab and space use. This bright, rugged, and lightweight source is validated for spacecraft environments and spectrometric calibrations.
Area of Science:
- Physics
- Optical Engineering
- Space Science
Background:
- Development of compact and robust emission sources is crucial for both laboratory experiments and space-based instrumentation.
- Existing far UV sources may lack the required brightness, spectral richness, or environmental resilience for demanding applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a new compact far UV emission source.
- To highlight its suitability for laboratory and space applications.
- To present its performance as a transfer standard for spectrometric calibrations.
Main Methods:
- Design and construction of a compact far UV emission source.
- Testing the source's spectral characteristics in the 1150-3200-A region.
- Subjecting the source to rigorous spacecraft environmental tests.
- Evaluating its performance as a transfer standard for absolute sensitivity calibrations.
Main Results:
- The developed source is compact, rugged, and lightweight.
- It exhibits a spectrally rich and bright emission profile between 1150-3200 A.
- The source successfully passed stringent spacecraft environmental tests.
- It demonstrates utility as a transfer standard for spectrometric instrument calibration.
Conclusions:
- The new compact far UV emission source is a viable technology for diverse applications.
- Its robust design and performance characteristics make it suitable for harsh space environments.
- The source serves as a valuable tool for accurate spectrometric calibrations.
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