Analysis and Evaluation of Technical Data on the Photochromic and Non-Linear Optical Properties of Materials
Abstract
The principle goal of this relatively small contractural effort is to provide technical assistance to the DARPA Program Director in evaluating data on materials, especially polymers, that may be useful in the development of limiters and switches for the protection of eyes and electro-optic sensors from exposure to damaging levels of laser radiation. A principle task is to assist in the development of a predicative capability in assessing the viability of various approaches and devices and to assess those theoretical limitations which may exists in the use of organic materials as optical switches and limiters. A search of the literature has been completed for the purpose of gathering into one table the non-linear optical properties, especially values reported for Chi-3, of various organic materials.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 18, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA216124
Entities
People
- Robert F. Cozzens
Organizations
- George Mason University