A Low G Ideal Integrating Bolometer, Year 2
Project Description
We propose to develop a novel detector to enable a new class of far-IR spectroscopic surveys. Achievable sensitivity for these devices is roughly 2 orders of magnitude better than current devices. By reducing detection times by a factor of 10 000, the IIB enables rapid surveys of cosmological volumes to leapfrog the performance of planned missions.
More »Anticipated Benefits
This effort will continue a promising technology research thrust, but clearly will require further development to achieve a fully functioning IIB. The ROSES call will be applied to for funding to develop an IIB array. Success in in demonstrating a proof-of-principle, low conductance bolometer with an integrated heat switch will make the IIB a strong contender for ROSES funding. Further development will involve integrating the array into a cryogenic, dispersive far-IR spectrometer. At the next level of integration, the spectrometer instrument would be part of a cryogenic, far-IR observatory. The nearest-term opportunity would be on a balloon mission.
More »Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Goddard Space Flight Center
(GSFC)
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Lead Organization | NASA Center | Greenbelt, Maryland |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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Maryland
