Laser Beam Target Interaction. Volume I. 2.8 Microns WAVELENGTH
Abstract
This report is the first of two volumes on the subject of Laser Beam Target Interaction. Laser beam-target interactions for solid surfaces have been investigated at 2.8 microns wavelength with a 150 J photoinitiated pulsed HF chemical laser. Laser-supported detonation wave propagation was studied at beam intensities up to 160 MW/sq cm. Information about target plasmas was obtained by means of spectroscopic and interferometric diagnostics. Ignition thresholds for laser-supported absorption waves were measured both by observation of plasma luminosity and by measuring the laser power transmitted through a small hole in the target. Measurements were made of thermal and impulse coupling occurring under plasma ignition conditions.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA032453
Entities
People
- C. R. Pond
- D. B. Nichols
- J. D. Mcclure
- R. B. Hall
- W. E. Maher
Organizations
- Boeing