Efficient Ultra-Compact Laser-Integrated Diodes (EUCLID)
Abstract
The Efficient Ultra-Compact Laser-Integrated Diodes (EUCLID) program aimed to significantly reduce the size of laser diode pump modules (DPMs) while increasing their electrical-to-optical efficiency. EUCLID leveraged advances in thermal management components to design, build, test, and demonstrate densely packageable, prototype DPMs that are less than half the size of their commercial counterparts. The program pursued improved optical components that can more efficiently focus light from individual laser diodes. The resulting EUCLID DPMs will be available for procurement and integration into ultra-low size, weight, and power fiber-laser array weapons systems, enabling integration into a variety of Air Force, Navy, Army, and Missile Defense Agency platforms.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Source ID
- 04889088f87818210647769123864562