Image persistence flagging for SPHEREx
arXiv:2608.21639 · doi:10.1117/1.JATIS.11.1.011208
Abstract
Image persistence in HAWAII-2RG HgCdTe detectors has been observed by multiple parties. Also known as latent signal, this effect occurs when sensor images following an illumination show a decayed form of the illuminated image even though the source has been removed and the detector has been reset. Using data from an engineering grade detector array delivered for SPHEREx testing illuminated with a wide range of fluxes, we demonstrate an interpretation and a working model from which the decaying signal can be estimated, providing the ability to flag pixels subject to excess persistence current beyond a specified threshold. Simulated persistence images allow validation of the module and prediction of its effect in flight data.
16 pages, 13 figures
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