A Compact Cryogenic Thermal Source for Detector Array Characterization
arXiv:1707.05879 · doi:10.1063/1.4996751
Abstract
We describe the design, fabrication, and validation of a cryogenically-compatible quasioptical thermal source designed to be used for characterization of detector arrays. The source is constructed using a graphite-loaded epoxy mixture that is molded into a tiled pyramidal structure. The mold is fabricated using a hardened steel template produced via a wire EDM process. The absorptive mixture is bonded to a copper backplate enabling thermalization of the entire structure. The source reflectance is measured from 30-300 GHz and compared to models.
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