| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1784661 | Infrared Physics & Technology | 2009 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
We outline an approach involving accurate physical optics simulations in conjunction with precise experimental measurements of the complete optical front-end which guarantees the highest performances. This practical verification approach can be generalised to all quasi-optical receivers to validate system performance. In this paper, we verify the optical design and estimate antenna system efficiency. Comparison between measurement and simulation indicates precise information is achievable in estimating system performance allowing potential improvements in ALMA instrument calibration accuracy.
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Authors
Massimo Candotti, Andrey M. Baryshev, Neil Trappe,