Laser Technology for Aerospace Maintenance and Sustainment Applications

Abstract

Overview: Problem Statement, Air Force Laser Program, Current Technologies, Future Robotic Technology, Advanced Laser Technology, and Summary. Problem Statement: Current coatings removal operations at ALCs. Stripping is an expensive, time-consuming process that creates hazardous waste and emissions. Problem Goal: Establish and expand the use of laser technology as a viable alternative technology for depot maintenance operations.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2010
Accession Number
ADA566799

Entities

People

  • Randy Straw
  • Tom Naguy

Organizations

  • Air Force Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Autonomy
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Air Force Research Laboratories
  • Aircraft Equipment
  • Aircrafts
  • Aluminum
  • Aluminum Alloys
  • Chlorides
  • Energy Security
  • Hazardous Waste
  • Laser Components
  • Lasers
  • Logistics
  • Maintenance
  • Optical Fiber Lasers
  • Sustainment
  • Test And Evaluation

Readers

  • Environmental Engineering.
  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.

Technology Areas

  • AI & ML
  • AI & ML - DoD AI Strategy
  • Autonomy
  • Directed Energy
  • Space