Abstract
We present a general formalism for calculating the linear response, noise spectrum, and energy resolution of complex calorimeters. Using this formalism calorimeters with arbitrary numbers of distinct linked heat capacity systems and/or coupled thermometers can be analyzed. We use this formalism to derive the theoretical resolution of an imaging microcalorimeter called a position- sensitive transition-edge sensor.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | 114513 |
Journal | Journal of Applied Physics |
Volume | 99 |
Issue number | 11 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jun 1 2006 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Physics and Astronomy(all)