Abstract
DRIFT-II is a second generation multi-module gaseous dark matter detector. Each module contains two time projection chambers positioned back-to-back inside a stainless steel vacuum vessel containing carbon disulphide gas. This paper describes the DRIFT-II detector modules and the commissioning work performed to date.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 173-183 |
Number of pages | 11 |
Journal | Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research, Section A: Accelerators, Spectrometers, Detectors and Associated Equipment |
Volume | 555 |
Issue number | 1-2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 15 Dec 2005 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Dark matter
- Directional detector
- Gas detector
- Negative ion drift
- TPC
- WIMPs