Laser Reliability Prediction
Abstract
This report presents the results of a program to locate, collect, and analyze laser reliability data, to construct laser reliability models, and to prepare revision sheets suitable for inclusion as a revision of Section 2.4, Lasers, in Mil-HDBK-217B. The report describes the methodology, analyses, models, failure rates, factors, and ground rules involved in the effort. It summarizes 10 million item-hours and 4 billion item-pulses of operating data collected from a sample of 1321 lasers, 2206 laser diodes, and 1750 laser subassemblies. Lasers discussed in detail include argon ion, flowing CO2, sealed CO2, dye, helium/cadmium, helium/neon, heterojunction, gallium arsenide injection, solid state, and transversely excited atmospheric pressure lasers. Major laser subassemblies, parts, and components are also included. In addition, the discussion covers failure modes and mechanisms; design criteria and notes; manufacturing criteria, problems, and burn-in; quantitative math models; failure rates; and life characteristics. A detailed bibliography and a list of data sources and contributors are included.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA016437
Entities
People
- E. W. Kimball
- R. R. Selleck
- T. R. Gagnier
Organizations
- Martin Marietta