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The application of CCDs to X-ray imaging and spectroscopy for astronomy is described. The requirements which differ markedly from those of traditional optical applications are highlighted. Results of recent research programs to optimize CCD X-ray response are presented. It is shown that very high quantum efficiencies and Fano noise limited energy resolutions can be obtained. A number of issues related to the practical implementation of future instruments are reviewed.
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Lumb, D.H., Berthiaume, G.D., Burrows, D.N. et al. Charge coupled devices (CCDs) in X-ray astronomy. Exp Astron 2, 179–201 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00566685
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