Calibration of a germanium bolometer for use in cold-background radiometric testing

Author

Kenneth A. Lienemann

Date of Award

6-1985

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Major

Engineering Science

Major Professor

Firouz Shahrokhi

Committee Members

Ted Paludan, Frank Collins

Abstract

A germanium bolometer has been obtained and evaluated for possible use in radiometric testing. The instrument and test procedures are described, and results are presented which detail the bolometer's response to a variety of operating conditions. Suggested improvements to the bolometer and the test procedure are given for future work. It is concluded that the bolometer is highly repeatable and will be a useful tool in the transfer of radometric calibration.

Recommended Citation

Lienemann, Kenneth A., "Calibration of a germanium bolometer for use in cold-background radiometric testing. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 1985.
https://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_gradthes/14058