Charge-coupled imaging devices: Design considerations

Authors:
  • WBW.J. Bertram
    W.J. Bertram
  • MTM.F. Tompsett
    M.F. Tompsett

Abstract
In this paper some of the parameters relevant to the design of charge-coupled imaging devices are considered. Among these are charge storage capability, transfer efficiency, charge conservation, dark current, and the anticipated signal-to-noise ratio. Each is discussed, and the resultant effects on the performance of imaging devices are investigated.