Center Independent Research & Development: JPL IRAD
Antenna-Coupled TES Bolometer Arrays for CMB Polarimetry
Project Introduction
Develop and test transition edge sensor (TES) bolometer arrays for precision polarimetry of cosmic microwave background (CMB). Verify that critical antenna performance requirements, especially beam squint and cross-polarization are met.
More »Anticipated Benefits
Missions will benefit from development of transition edge sensor (TES) bolometer arrays for precision polarimetry of cosmic microwave background (CMB).
More »Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
(JPL)
|
Lead Organization | NASA Center | Pasadena, CA |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
-
California
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Organizational Responsibility
Responsible Mission Directorate:
- Mission Support Directorate (MSD)
Lead Center / Facility:
- Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)
Responsible Program:
- Center Independent Research & Development: JPL IRAD
Project Management
Program Manager:
- Fred Hadaegh
Project Manager:
- Jonas Zmuidzinas
Principal Investigator:
- James Bock
Project Duration
Start: Oct 2012
End: Oct 2013
Technology Maturity (TRL)
| Start: | 2 |
| Estimated End: | 5 |
Applied Research
Development
Demo & Test
Technology Areas
Primary:
- TX08 Sensors and Instruments
- TX08.1 Remote Sensing Instruments/Sensors
- TX08.1.1 Detectors and Focal Planes
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