What does MAC use for a detector sub-system?
We normally use a CCD as the detector. CCD’s have a high quantum efficiency, which makes them a good choice compared to photo-diode arrays. We use specially designed binning and streaking routines which allow us to incorporate ranging into our measurements if desired. The binning routines allow for a quicker chip readout. The streaking routines allow for a time history of the light return, enabling us to record data at many ranges or altitudes before reading the data off of the CCD chip.
