Laser Protection Technologies (previously Networked Compact Radar, Wide Bandgap Optoelectronics, and Laser Protection Technologies)
Abstract
This effort develops new materials and devices for the protection of Army sensors and eyes behind day-view optical sights from a variety of laser threats including high-power continuous wave and ultrashort (femto-second) pulsed lasers. This research utilizes a combination of technologies based on the nature of the different threats, as well as the fundamental differences in sensors operating over different frequency ranges. Passive organic and inorganic optical limiter materials that block specific frequency bands of light will be investigated and developed for the visible and short-wave infrared (SWIR) spectrum, and active man-made material-based solutions will be investigated for uncooled sensors in the long-wave IR (LWIR). Vulnerability of sensors and optical sensor systems will be studied against high-power and ultrashort pulsed laser threats to determine protection requirements.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2020
- Source ID
- 00307dda0de3ce1f027a99d2f8a7be17