Results from the Pan-STARRS Orthogonal Transfer Array (OTA)
2008
The Pan-STARRS project has completed its first 1.4 gigapixel mosaic focalplane CCD camera using 60 Orthogonal Transfer
Arrays (OTAs). The devices are the second of a series of planned development lots. Several novel properties were
implemented into their design including 4 phase pixels for on-detector tip-tilt image compensation, selectable region logic
for standby or active operation, relatively high output amplifier count, close four side buttable packaging and deep depletion
construction. The testing and operational challenges of deploying these OTAs required enhancements and new approaches
to hardware and software. We compare performance achieved with that which was predicted, and discuss on-sky results,
tools developed, shortcomings, and plans for future OTA features and improvements.
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