Overview of the ARGOS X-ray framing camera for Laser MegaJoule

Journal Article · Sat Nov 15 00:00:00 EST 2014 · Review of Scientific Instruments

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1063/1.4891057· OSTI ID:22303687

Aubert, D.; Auger, L.; Bazzoli, S.; Brunel, P.; Burillo, M.; Chollet, C.; Jasmin, S.; Maruenda, P.; Moreau, I.; Oudot, G.; Raimbourg, J.; Soullié, G.; Stemmler, P.; Zuber, C. ^[1]; Beck, T. ^[2]; Gazave, J. ^[3]

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1. CEA, DAM, DIF, F-91297 Arpajon (France)
2. CEA, DEN, CADARACHE, F-13108 St Paul lez Durance (France)
3. CEA, DAM, CESTA, F-33116 Le Barp (France)

Commissariat à l’Énergie Atomique et aux Énergies Alternatives has developed the ARGOS X-ray framing camera to perform two-dimensional, high-timing resolution imaging of an imploding target on the French high-power laser facility Laser MegaJoule. The main features of this camera are: a microchannel plate gated X-ray detector, a spring-loaded CCD camera that maintains proximity focus in any orientation, and electronics packages that provide remotely-selectable high-voltages to modify the exposure-time of the camera. These components are integrated into an “air-box” that protects them from the harsh environmental conditions. A miniaturized X-ray generator is also part of the device for in situ self-testing purposes.

• OSTI ID: 22303687
• Journal Information: Review of Scientific Instruments, Vol. 85, Issue 11; Other Information: (c) 2014 AIP Publishing LLC; Country of input: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA); ISSN 0034-6748
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

46 INSTRUMENTATION RELATED TO NUCLEAR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
CAMERAS
CHARGE-COUPLED DEVICES
ELECTRIC POTENTIAL
LASERS
MICROCHANNEL ELECTRON MULTIPLIERS
TESTING
TIME RESOLUTION
X RADIATION