Next-Generation Gaseous Detectors: The Impact of Resistive Technologies

In the realm of high energy physics, the integration of resistive elements into gaseous detectors has marked a significant milestone in enhancing measurement precision under increasingly demanding environmental conditions. Originating from the breakthroughs made with Pestov’s counters in the 1970s, which achieved unprecedented time resolutions, the concept has evolved through Resistive Plate Chambers to the widespread use in major experiments at the Large Hadron Collider. The subsequent development of Micropattern Gaseous Detectors in the 1990s demonstrated how resistive elements could curtail damaging discharges, thus boosting device stability and longevity.
Furthermore, by spreading the charge in a controlled manner, a resistive-capacitive coating can improve the space resolution of a detector by one order of magnitude, reducing the number of electronic channels. Presently, the use of resistive materials is deemed essential in the design of cutting-edge detectors for future high energy physics experiments.

This Research Topic aims to advance the development and application of resistive materials in gaseous detectors, focusing on their bulk and surface resistivity, breakdown fields, and long-term stability under various conditions. Emphasizing the need for innovative materials like diamond-like carbon coatings, which have recently gained traction, the goal is to push the boundaries of what these technologies can achieve in terms of reliability and efficiency in particle detection.

To gather further insights in detector design and material efficiency, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:

- Resistive detector concepts for current and future applications.
- Physics of resistive materials and their technical implementation in detectors.
- Characterization and simulation of resistive electrodes.
- Signal induction in the presence of resistive materials.
- Spark quenching techniques and their effectiveness.
- Rate limitations and effects in resistive gaseous detectors.
- Innovations in resistive photocathodes.

By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and exploring these thematic areas, this research initiative hopes to propel the field towards novel solutions that enhance both the function and longevity of gaseous detectors in particle physics.