The primary reference for NuSTAR is Harrison, F.A. et al. (2013; ApJ, 770, 103).
NuSTAR's effective area compared to other x-ray satellites.
| Energy Band | 3 - 79 keV |
|---|---|
| Angular Resolution | 58" (HPD), 18" (FWHM) |
| Focal Plane Size | 12' x 12' |
| Energy Resolution | 0.4 keV at 6 keV, 0.9 keV at 60 keV (FWHM) |
| Temporal Resolution | 0.1 msec |
| Maximum Flux Measurement Rate | 10,000 cts/s |
| ToO response | < 24 hours |
| Launch date | June 13, 2012 |
| Orbit | 650 km x 610 km, 6 degree inclination |
| Slew Rate | 0.06 deg / sec |
| Settle Time | 142 sec |
For additional information, including the As Flown Timeline (AFT), short- and long-range schedules, and list of Priority A targets, visit the Science Operations Center (SOC) website.