Authors: Simeonov, L.I.
Reference: Proc. of the Nat.Conf. with Intern.Part.: ELECTRONICA`98,
Botevgrad, 308-312,1998.
Abstract:
Contemporary energy and mass analyzers in space research
implement a new generation of detection and readout electronics. The
solid-state detector hybrid of the STOF (Suprathermal Time-Of-Flight)
sensor of CELIAS (Charge, Element and Isotope Analysis System) on the
SOHO (Solar and Heliospheric Observatory) scientific satellite is a
combination of a multipixel solid-state detector and a multichannel
charge-sensitive amplifier circuitry. The amplifier electronics is
organized in separate chips called CAMEX and each of them is commanded
by a digital timing chip, called TIMEX. This paper presents the
different modes of operation of TIMEX, which were discussed and
considered before the final decision for production of the chip was
approved.