The Next Generation of Photo-Detectors for Particle Astrophysics

2009/04/22 by Robert G. Wagner, R. G. Wagner, Karen L. Byrum +23
Physics and Astronomy · #Astrophysics and Cosmic Phenomena #Dark Matter and Cosmic Phenomena #Neutrino Physics Research #astro-ph.IM

paper · pdf · doi:10.48550/arxiv.0904.3565

Astro2010 Technology Development White Paper; 11 pages, 3 figures

arxiv created 2009/04/22 · arxiv updated 2009/12/01

Abstract

We advocate support of research aimed at developing alternatives to the photomultiplier tube for photon detection in large astroparticle experiments such as gamma-ray and neutrino astronomy, and direct dark matter detectors. Specifically, we discuss the development of large area photocathode microchannel plate photomultipliers and silicon photomultipliers. Both technologies have the potential to exhibit improved photon detection efficiency compared to existing glass vacuum photomultiplier tubes.

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