Nematic Liquid Crystals for Air Force Displays.
Abstract
Possible applications for nematic liquid crystals in Air Force displays are examined. A number of homologous liquid crystal series were synthesized in an attempt to expand the nematic temperature range. Several systems which are nematic well below room temperature in a stable phase were found. The factors influencing dynamic scattering were examined with regard to modes of activation, response times, relaxation times and opacity. Several feasibility devices demonstrating the use of nematic liquid crystals in displays were constructed. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1971
- Accession Number
- AD0731758
Entities
People
- Denver Hale
- Lawrence A. Knaak
- Martin A. Berwick
- Roger Rondeau
- Rudolph A. Champa
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory