Novel Acoustic and Magnetic Rotation Rate Sensors.
Abstract
The similarities and differences between acoustic and magnetic surface waves as compared with light waves are discussed. This comparison suggests several advantages of surface wave ring interferometers over optical ring interferometers for rotation sensing. The primary advantages are increased sensitivity, ease of construction, and size reduction. Proposed designs for such sensors are given. In the appendixes the optical ring interferometer and ring laser are reviewed. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 10, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0778084
Entities
People
- Alan J. Budreau
- James C. Sethares
- Philipp Blacksmith
- Ronald G. Newburgh
Organizations
- Air Force Cambridge Research Laboratories