Multi-Spectral Solar Telescope Array VIII: the second flight

Abstract

The Multi Spectral Solar Telescope Array (MSSTA) is a rocket borne observatory that utilizes an array of multilayer and interference film coated telescopes to observe the solar atmosphere from the chromosphere to the corona, over a broad spectral range (VUV -soft X-rays). The MSSTA is continuously evolved to incorporate new instruments, and to improve its ability to investigate specific topics related to the structure and dynamics of the solar atmosphere. We describe chromospheric and coronal observations recorded during the second flight ofthe MSSTA on November, 3, 1994 at 1915 UT.

Soft x-ray filters designed for transmission between 40 Å and 170 Å

“…Often the data is presented as 1, the mass absorption coefficient in cm2/g. Ifthis is the case, p can be calculated by: t=tö (2) where Sis the density ofthe material in g/cm3. Thus the units for p are cm', and the thickness ofthe material must be converted to centimeters.…”