FEASIBILITY STUDY AND DESIGN OF A SELF-ATTENUATING LIGHT VALVE
Abstract
The use of phototropic materials as self-attenuating light valves has been re-evaluated in the light of additional information. Sunglass application still appears to be feasible. As eye-protective devices to prevent flashblindness and retinal burns from nuclear detonations, phototropic filters appear to be feasible. However, it is impossible to state that they will provide complete eye protection under all operational conditions until more information is available on: (1) the absorption coefficients of the materials and (2) the tolerance of the human retina to short-duration, high-intensity radiation. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1961
- Accession Number
- AD0265431
Entities
People
- John F. Dreyer