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The Multiplex Advantage is defined and applied in considering various techniques presently used in X-ray astronomy. It is concluded that the multiplex advantage will be useful in evaluating future techniques to be used in X-ray astronomy.
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Palmieri, T.M. Multiplex methods and advantages in X-ray astronomy. Astrophys Space Sci 28, 277–287 (1974). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00641928
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