Absolute optical calibrations using a simple tungsten bulb: Theory

Harang, O. and Kosch, M. J. (2001) Absolute optical calibrations using a simple tungsten bulb: Theory. In: 28th Annual European Meeting on Atmospheric Studies by Optical Methods, 1900-01-01.

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Abstract

The absolute spectral intensity calibration of optical detectors has always been difficult. In the past, this was only possible using expensive sources, which had been cross-calibrated against national standards. We describe a simple theoretical approach to absolute optical calibrations using any ordinary Tungsten light bulb. A key element of the theory is transforming Tungsten into an equivalent black body radiator. This permits direct application of Stefan- Boltzmann’s and Planck’s formulas of radiation.

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28th Annual European Meeting on Atmospheric Studies by Optical Methods
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16 Jun 2008 16:01
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