Transition-edge sensors for X-ray astronomy

This thesis considers the development of a cryogenic Transition Edge Sensor (TES) microcalorimeter for X-ray astronomy. An optimum configuration for this application has yet to be established and some of the design criteria and fabrication methods are discussed on Chapter 5. Results from investigati...

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Main Author: Trowell, Stephen P.
Published: University of Leicester 2001
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.697002