Integrated RF Photonic Devices for Frequency Agnostic Sensors
Abstract
The proposed effort will realize integrated radio-frequency (RF) photonic devices to be used in frequency agnostic transmit (Tx) and receive (Rx) phased array antenna sensors. This will enable multi-functional RF systems for Air Force platforms that provide spatial, spectral, and temporal operation. To achieve the program objectives, advances in RF-Photonics will be leveraged to enable a new generation of devices that provide frequency agnostic performance over the entire RF region of the electromagnetic spectrum (1-100 GHz). Accordingly, the approach of this project will be to develop thin-film-lithium-niobate (TFLN) modulators for enhanced conversion efficiency and wide bandwidth operation as well as integrated gain/sources and photodetectors. These devices will be realized in photonic-integrated-circuits (PICs) for ease of integration with associated systems and will be demonstrated as suitable subsystems for integration into future operational systems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Aug 12, 2021
- Source ID
- FA95502010301
Entities
People
- Dennis W. Prather
Organizations
- Air Force Office of Scientific Research
- United States Air Force
- University of Delaware