The resolution characteristic of GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photocathode is an important parameter in third generation intensifiers. The modulation transfer function of GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photo...The resolution characteristic of GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photocathode is an important parameter in third generation intensifiers. The modulation transfer function of GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photocathode is derived from a simple two-dimensional diffusion equation. The theoretical resolution characteristic of a 2 μm thick GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photocathode is calculated. The relationship between resolution and parameters in GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photocathode is discussed. A conclusion is shown that one can design the GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photocathode for maximum quantum efficiency, since the sacrifice in the resolution doesn't limit system performances.展开更多
文摘The resolution characteristic of GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photocathode is an important parameter in third generation intensifiers. The modulation transfer function of GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photocathode is derived from a simple two-dimensional diffusion equation. The theoretical resolution characteristic of a 2 μm thick GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photocathode is calculated. The relationship between resolution and parameters in GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photocathode is discussed. A conclusion is shown that one can design the GaAs/GaAlAs transmission photocathode for maximum quantum efficiency, since the sacrifice in the resolution doesn't limit system performances.
