Physics – Instrumentation and Detectors
Scientific paper
2004-12-20
Physics
Instrumentation and Detectors
33 pages, 13 figures, 10 tables
Scientific paper
Quartz fiber calorimetry is a technique the signal generation mechanism of which is based on the Cherenkov effect. In this article we try to give a comprehensive overview of the subject. We start with a general introduction to calorimetry where the basic elements that characterize the development of electromagnetic and hadronic showers are discussed. Then we describe in detail the operation principle and the properties of calorimeters equipped with quartz fibers. The main advantages of this type of calorimeters are the radiation hardness, the fast response and the compact detector dimensions, features that derive from the quartz material and the specific mechanism of operation. A section is devoted to presenting the quartz fiber calorimeters that have been built or planned to in various experiments to operate as centrality detectors, trigger detectors, luminosity monitors or general purpose very forward calorimeters.
No associations
LandOfFree
Quartz fiber calorimetry and calorimeters does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.
If you have personal experience with Quartz fiber calorimetry and calorimeters, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Quartz fiber calorimetry and calorimeters will most certainly appreciate the feedback.
Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-577373