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We have constructed a computer model for simulation of point sources imaged on CCDs. An attempt has been made to ensure that the model produces “data” that mimic real data taken with two-D detectors. To be realistic, such simulations must include randomly generated noise of the appropriate type from all sources. The synthetic data are output as simple one-D integrations, as two-D radial slices, and as three-D intensity plots. Each noise source can be turned on or off so they can be studied independently as well as in combination to provide insight into the image components.
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Howell, S.B., Merline, W.J. (1995). Applications of a Realistic Model for CCD Imaging. In: Philip, A.G.D., Janes, K.A., Upgren, A.R. (eds) New Developments in Array Technology and Applications. International Astronomical Union / Union Astronomique Internationale, vol 167. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-0383-1_66
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