Superconducting bolometer

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1990-08-20

1992-02-25

Cuchlinski, Jr., William A.

Thermal measuring and testing

Temperature measurement

By electrical or magnetic heat sensor

374121, 2503362, 505847, 505849, G01N 2520, H01L 3900, G01K 716

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ABSTRACT:
A superconducting transition edge bolometer is constructed using high critical temperature conducting films by stabilizing a substrate of magnesium oxide or sapphire with a silicon base that is bonded to the substrate using a thermally conductive bonding layer. The base is etched away in the region of the desired radiation detecting portion of the superconductor establishing a controlled thermal connection between the detecting portion and the base which base serves as a thermal bath for the bolometer.

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