The BATSE experiment on the Compton Gamma Ray Observatory: Status and some early results

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Astronomical Spectroscopy, Detection, Gamma Ray Bursts, Gamma Ray Observatory, Daytime, Positioning, Pulsars, Sensitivity, Solar Flares

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The Burst and Transient Source Experiment (BATSE) on the Compton Gamma Ray Observatory (GRO) is a sensitive all-sky detector system. It consists of eight uncollimated detectors at the corners of the spacecraft which have a total energy range of 15 keV to 100 MeV. The primary objective of BATSE is the detection, location, and study of gamma ray bursts and other transient sources. The instrement also has considerable capability for the study of pulsars, solar flares, and other discrete high energy sources. The experiment is now in full operation, detecting about one gamma ray burst per day. A brief description of the on-orbit performance of BATSE is presented, along with examples of early results from some of the gamma ray bursts.

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