High Energy Laser Research Initiatves

Abstract

This program funds basic research aimed at developing fundamental scientific knowledge to support future Department of Defense (DoD) high energy laser (HEL) systems. This programs funds multi-disciplinary research institutes to conduct research on laser and beam control technologies. In addition, this program supports educational grants to stimulate interest in HELs. These educational grants are used for educational tools, scholarships, and summer intern employees in military laboratories. Efforts in this program have been coordinated through the DoD Science and Technology (S&T) Executive Committee process to harmonize efforts and eliminate duplication. This program is in Budget Activity 1, Basic Research because this budget activity includes scientific study and experimentation directed toward increasing fundamental knowledge and understanding in those fields of the physical, engineering, environmental, and life sciences related to long-term national security needs.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2016
Source ID
615097_0601108F_1_3600_PB_2016

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Fields of Study

  • Education

Readers

  • Defense Technology Research and Development.
  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.
  • STEM Education

Technology Areas

  • Directed Energy

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