Ground-up-to-Space (GUTS) Laser Propagation Code Description and Manual
Abstract
GUTSAVG is a high energy laser propagation program for ground-to-space applications. Written by Dr. C. B. Hogge from the Air Force Weapons Laboratory, Kirtland AFB, it is one in a family of propagation codes addressing this application. Specifically, GUTSAVG was designed to compute irradiance at the target given a model atmosphere, laser device parameters, and simple target engagement geometry. The transmitter induced effects of beam quality and jitter are considered as are the linear atmospheric effects of scattering, absorption, and turbulence. A thermal blooming model is also included. Adaptive optics compensation can be applied with consideration given to isoplanatic effects. Originator-supplied keywords include: High energy laser, Laser propagation, Laser weapon simulation program, ASAT laser simulation, Computer programs, Fortran, Flow charting, Input output processing, and Theses.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1984
- Accession Number
- ADA150783
Entities
People
- Joel S. Morrow
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School