LASERS FOR AEROSPACE WEAPONRY

Abstract

A summary of the state-of-the-art in Laser research is given. Characteristics of the pres t ruby laser are described and compared with idealized characteristics. Mathematical calculations of performance using existing and idealized parameters are performed. Research to improve existing lasers is described, including new crystal materials, new sources of optical energy, and new Lasering techniques. A program is outlined to direct future Laser research and apply the developments effectively. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1962
Accession Number
AD0278521

Entities

People

  • Janis Sirons

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Amplifiers
  • Lasers
  • Light Amplifiers
  • Materials
  • Ruby Lasers

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Optical Physics and Photonics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Directed Energy
  • Space