A photomultiplier (PMT) has a dark count noise level of 100 counts per seconds. Calculate the minimum
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A photomultiplier (PMT) has a dark count noise level of 100 counts per seconds. Calculate the minimum optical power \((S N R=1)\) at \(500 \mathrm{~nm}\) that can be detected within a \(10 \mathrm{~s}\) integration time. Assume a quantum efficiency of 0.2 at \(500 \mathrm{~nm}\).
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Free Space Optical Systems Engineering Design And Analysis
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Authors: Larry B. Stotts
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