Optical Ceramics Science for High-Power Lasers
Abstract
University of Central Florida propose to address this problem using the following approaches: (i) carry out a systematic study to determine the nature of the defects associated to a given departure from stoichiometry and their impact on optical-loss, (ii) develop a novel analytical technique that canprovide sensitive and precise real-time assessment of the stoichiometry of a ceramic either in thepowder or green-body form and (iii) use this technique for monitoring elemental impuritiesduring the fabrication process, in particular sintering additives (SiO2).This three-year program will benefit from recent multi-$M investments made by the AFOSR to the University of Central Florida-based Optical Ceramics Laboratory, a new dedicated advanced optical materials facility. It will have a strong impact on the science underlying advanced optical ceramic for high-power laser applications by providing the necessary quality control techniques required for achieving better ceramic fabrication consistency. This research program will also support the training of one graduate and one undergraduate student in the area of laser ceramic science.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Apr 09, 2018
- Source ID
- FA95501810103
Entities
People
- Romain Gaume
Organizations
- Air Force Office of Scientific Research
- United States Air Force
- University of Central Florida