12–14 Mar 2024
SLAC
America/Los_Angeles timezone

A skipper-CCD light shield for X-ray detection in space

12 Mar 2024, 14:30
1h 30m
48/1-112C/D - Redwood C/D (SLAC)

48/1-112C/D - Redwood C/D

SLAC

2575 Sand Hill Rd Bldg. 048 Menlo Park, CA 94025
60
Poster presentation (90 second oral summary, 90 minute poster session & free presentation times over 3x 40m coffee breaks) New Detector Technologies Poster Session

Speaker

Ana Martina Botti (FNAL)

Description

In this work, we will present advancements in the design of Skipper-CCD sensors tailored for X-ray detection in environments with high optical background levels, such as those expected in space. These packages incorporate a custom-made aluminum shield placed on the CCD surface that successfully blocks over 99% of visible light while preserving the efficiency for keV X-rays. These features allow us to perform precise and reliable X-ray measurements in environments challenged by visible light interference. Furthermore, we briefly discuss the potential implementation of this design concept in frame-transfer CCDs, opening opportunities for broader applications and advancements in imaging technologies.

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X-ray detector, space, transfer frame, skipper-CCD

contribution subject matter CCD sensors

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