Title :
MSTI-3 payload characterization-facilities and testing
Author :
Paskett, Keith ; Jensen, Gary ; Peterson, James
Author_Institution :
Space Dynamics Lab., USU, North Logan, UT, USA
Abstract :
The Space Dynamics Laboratory at Utah State University (SDL/USU) performed the ground characterization of the IR sensors on the Miniature Sensor Technology Integration (MSTI-3) payload. The general radiometric performance of the sensor was measured along with predicted on-orbit sensor parameters. This characterization was guided by the requirements of the mission, capabilities of the sensor, cost and schedule constraints, and available testing facilities. This paper describes SDL/USU´s cryogenic optical test and data handling facilities used in the characterization of the MSTI-3 payload. The general test philosophy and test plan are given, as well as an overview of tests performed and selected preliminary test results
Keywords :
aerospace instrumentation; aerospace test facilities; calibration; cryogenics; focal planes; infrared detectors; optical testing; radiometers; remote sensing; Earth background data; FPA dewar; IR cameras; MSTI-3 payload; Miniature Sensor Technology Integration; calibration; cost constraints; cryogenic optical test; data handling facilities; ground characterization facilities; linearity; mission requirements; predicted on-orbit sensor parameters; radiometric performance; schedule constraints; space based remote sensing; spectral response; test philosophy; test plan; testing facilities; visible camera; Costs; Cryogenics; Infrared sensors; Laboratories; Optical sensors; Payloads; Radiometry; Sensor phenomena and characterization; Space technology; Testing;
Conference_Titel :
Aerospace Conference, 1999. Proceedings. 1999 IEEE
Conference_Location :
Snowmass at Aspen, CO
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-5425-7
DOI :
10.1109/AERO.1999.790221
