Calibration of the Energetic Gamma-Ray Experiment Telescope (EGRET) for the Compton Gamma-Ray Observatory

The calibration of the (EGRET) prior to its launch aboard the Compton Gamma Ray Observatory, the continuing calibration after launch, and instrument-performance results based on calibrations and early postlaunch data, are described. Particular attention is given to the effective area, the annular re...

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Veröffentlicht in:	The Astrophysical journal. Supplement series 1993-06, Vol.86 (2), p.629-656
Hauptverfasser:	Thompson, D. J., Bertsch, D. L., Fichtel, C. E., Hartman, R. C., Hofstadter, R., Hughes, E. B., Hunter, S. D., Hughlock, B. W., Kanbach, G., Kniffen, D. A.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Astronomical and space-research instrumentation Astronomy Earth, ocean, space Exact sciences and technology Fundamental astronomy and astrophysics. Instrumentation, techniques, and astronomical observations Spacecraft Instrumentation X-ray and γ-ray telescopes and instrumentation
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Zusammenfassung:	The calibration of the (EGRET) prior to its launch aboard the Compton Gamma Ray Observatory, the continuing calibration after launch, and instrument-performance results based on calibrations and early postlaunch data, are described. Particular attention is given to the effective area, the annular resolution, and the energy resolution.
ISSN:	0067-0049 1538-4365
DOI:	10.1086/191793