MEGALIDAR
Abstract
This interim report is the result of an investigation of the applicability of the 100-inch collimator facility to a LIDAR measurements program for AFWAL/AARI-3 at Wright-Patterson AFB. Particular measurements of atmospheric parameters and phenomena are suggested. The performance of the 100-inch LIDAR for observing Rayleigh and Raman backscattering from various altitudes were simulated assuming different laser powers and signal averaging times and the results are presented and discussed. A review of the kinds of LIDAR measurements that are required for broad coverage of atmospheric phenomena as well as a review of the technology required to instrument these measurements are given. The current status of the collimator is summarized and changes in the collimator optics to accommodate a 10.6-micrometer LIDAR are suggested. Preliminary designs for transmitter and receiver modules to facilitate the use of the collimator as a multi-LIDAR facility are discussed. (rh)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 08, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA212074
Entities
People
- A. K. Garrison
- D. W. Roberts
- E. M. Patterson
- G. W. Grams
Organizations
- Georgia Tech