Author: N. A. Porter
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Category : Cherenkov radiation
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
The atmospheric Cerenkov technique has been widely used over the past two decades to search for point sources of 1011 to 1014 eV gamma rays. In this technique the gamma rays are detected by the Cerenkov light emission from the small air showers that they create in the atmosphere. The basic principles underlying the technique are reviewed with particular reference to the experiments performed to date, (September 1977). The production and absorption processes that pertain to this energy region are discussed. There is strong evidence for the detection of 10^12 eV gamma rays from NP0532, Centaurus A and Cygnus X-3. Models for these, and other sources for which upper limits have been derived, are outlined. There appears to be no other technique that can compete with the atmospheric Cerenkov technique in this energy range. The methods by which the present flux sensitivity can be reduced by factors of 10 - 100 are discussed; it is also possible to extend observations into the previously unexplored 10 - 100 Gev energy range.
Gamma Ray Astronomy from 1011 to 1014 EV Using the Atmospheric Cerenkov Technique
Author: N. A. Porter
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ISBN:
Category : Cherenkov radiation
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
The atmospheric Cerenkov technique has been widely used over the past two decades to search for point sources of 1011 to 1014 eV gamma rays. In this technique the gamma rays are detected by the Cerenkov light emission from the small air showers that they create in the atmosphere. The basic principles underlying the technique are reviewed with particular reference to the experiments performed to date, (September 1977). The production and absorption processes that pertain to this energy region are discussed. There is strong evidence for the detection of 10^12 eV gamma rays from NP0532, Centaurus A and Cygnus X-3. Models for these, and other sources for which upper limits have been derived, are outlined. There appears to be no other technique that can compete with the atmospheric Cerenkov technique in this energy range. The methods by which the present flux sensitivity can be reduced by factors of 10 - 100 are discussed; it is also possible to extend observations into the previously unexplored 10 - 100 Gev energy range.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cherenkov radiation
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
The atmospheric Cerenkov technique has been widely used over the past two decades to search for point sources of 1011 to 1014 eV gamma rays. In this technique the gamma rays are detected by the Cerenkov light emission from the small air showers that they create in the atmosphere. The basic principles underlying the technique are reviewed with particular reference to the experiments performed to date, (September 1977). The production and absorption processes that pertain to this energy region are discussed. There is strong evidence for the detection of 10^12 eV gamma rays from NP0532, Centaurus A and Cygnus X-3. Models for these, and other sources for which upper limits have been derived, are outlined. There appears to be no other technique that can compete with the atmospheric Cerenkov technique in this energy range. The methods by which the present flux sensitivity can be reduced by factors of 10 - 100 are discussed; it is also possible to extend observations into the previously unexplored 10 - 100 Gev energy range.
Gamma-ray Astrophysics
Author: Carl E. Fichtel
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Category : Gamma ray astronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
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Category : Gamma ray astronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 388
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Meteorological and Geoastrophysical Abstracts
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Category : Atmospheric chemistry
Languages : en
Pages : 920
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Category : Atmospheric chemistry
Languages : en
Pages : 920
Book Description
Literature 1987, Part 1
Author: S. Böhme
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3662123584
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1300
Book Description
Astronomy and Astrophysics Abstracts aims to present a comprehensive documen tation of the literature concerning all aspects of astronomy, astrophysics, and their border fields. It is devoted to the recording, summarizing, and indexing of the relevant publications throughout the world. Astronomy and Astrophysics Abstracts is prepared by a special department of the Astronomisches Rechen-Institut under the auspices of the International Astronomical Union. Volume 43 records literature published in 1987 and received before August 15, 1987. Some older documents which we received late and which are not surveyed in earlier volumes are included too. We acknowledge with thanks contributions of our colleagues all over the world. We also express our gratitude to all organiza tions, observatories, and publishers which provide us with complimentary copies of their publications. Starting with Volume 33, all the recording, correction, and data processing work was done by means of computers. The recording was done by our technical staff members Ms. Helga Ballmann, Ms. Beate Gobel, Ms. Monika Kohl, Ms. Sylvia Matyssek, Ms. Doris Schmitz-Braunstein, Ms. Utta-Barbara Stegemann. Mr. Jochen Heidt and Mr. Kristopher Polzine supported our task by careful proof reading. It is a pleasure to thank them all for their encouragement. Heidelberg, October 1987 The Editors Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Concordance Relation: PHYS-AAA 3 Abbreviations 5 Periodicals, Proceedings, Books, Activities 001 Periodicals . . . . . . . . . . . 10 002 Bibliographical Publications, Documentation, Catalogues, Data Bases 50 003 Books ...... .
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3662123584
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1300
Book Description
Astronomy and Astrophysics Abstracts aims to present a comprehensive documen tation of the literature concerning all aspects of astronomy, astrophysics, and their border fields. It is devoted to the recording, summarizing, and indexing of the relevant publications throughout the world. Astronomy and Astrophysics Abstracts is prepared by a special department of the Astronomisches Rechen-Institut under the auspices of the International Astronomical Union. Volume 43 records literature published in 1987 and received before August 15, 1987. Some older documents which we received late and which are not surveyed in earlier volumes are included too. We acknowledge with thanks contributions of our colleagues all over the world. We also express our gratitude to all organiza tions, observatories, and publishers which provide us with complimentary copies of their publications. Starting with Volume 33, all the recording, correction, and data processing work was done by means of computers. The recording was done by our technical staff members Ms. Helga Ballmann, Ms. Beate Gobel, Ms. Monika Kohl, Ms. Sylvia Matyssek, Ms. Doris Schmitz-Braunstein, Ms. Utta-Barbara Stegemann. Mr. Jochen Heidt and Mr. Kristopher Polzine supported our task by careful proof reading. It is a pleasure to thank them all for their encouragement. Heidelberg, October 1987 The Editors Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Concordance Relation: PHYS-AAA 3 Abbreviations 5 Periodicals, Proceedings, Books, Activities 001 Periodicals . . . . . . . . . . . 10 002 Bibliographical Publications, Documentation, Catalogues, Data Bases 50 003 Books ...... .
Fiscal Year 1986 Department of Energy Authorization (basic Research Programs)
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science and Technology. Subcommittee on Energy Development and Applications
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Category : Fossil fuels
Languages : en
Pages : 1160
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Fossil fuels
Languages : en
Pages : 1160
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Special Report
Author: Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory
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Category : Artificial satellites
Languages : en
Pages : 562
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Artificial satellites
Languages : en
Pages : 562
Book Description
Proceedings of the Workshop on Cosmic Ray and High Energy Gamma Ray Experiments for the Space Station Era
Author: W. V. Jones
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Category : Cosmic rays
Languages : en
Pages : 584
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Category : Cosmic rays
Languages : en
Pages : 584
Book Description
Electron-Photon Cascades
Author: Vladimir V. Uchaikin
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 9819975247
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 510
Book Description
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 9819975247
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 510
Book Description
SAO Special Report
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Category : Artificial satellites
Languages : en
Pages : 334
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Category : Artificial satellites
Languages : en
Pages : 334
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