Resources
Response Matrices
[2024-Feb-09] Updated files were provided by M. Lorenz (ECAP), based on the NewAthena mirror geometry of 24/05/2023
| Response files mirror model with 13 rows, 492 modules, 2.27mm rib pitch, Ir+C+Cr coating, and 0/+2 wedging. | |
| Description of the response matrix generation. |
For each setup, ARF and RSP files are provided for an option with external light blocking filter and without. The RMF is included as well.
Background Files
[2024-Feb-23] The following files were provided by Arne Rau (MPE). A non-X-ray background of 8x10-3 cm-2s-1keV-1 is assumed.
| Background PHA files (sum of unresolved cosmic X-ray component and particle induced component) for point sources on axis as well as for extended sources. | |
| WFI-MPE-ANA-10-013_i9.2_Preparation-of-Background-Files.pdf | Description of the background file generation. |