High Speed Optical Transmitter and Receiver
Abstract
This proposal concerns component development for a novel hybrid lidar-radar system for underwater surveillance. Computer simulations and laboratory measurements of pulsed lidar revealed a 17 dB suppression of the water backscatter signal (clutter) and corresponding target contrast enhancement. Preliminary ocean experiments have confirmed the potential of pulsed lidar to be a superior detection mechanism for underwater surveillance. The next step in the evolution of this novel technique is the improvement of the key components of the measurement system: the microwave modulated pulsed laser sources and high speed, large area photodetectors. These components are novel and with minor modifications are applicable in communications and other areas of current interest.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA551576
Entities
People
- Peter R. Herczfeld
Organizations
- Drexel University