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Optics at the naval research laboratory.

J A Sanderson¹

¹Optical Society of America, 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue N.W., Washington, DC 20037, USA.

|January 12, 2010

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Naval Research Laboratory optical research began in 1924, focusing on atmospheric and sea optics, visibility, and radiation physics. This led to space research and advanced optical studies in spectroscopy, solids, and plasma physics.

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Area of Science:

Optical physics and space research.
Investigation of atmospheric and oceanic optical properties.
Exploration of ultraviolet and infrared radiation physics.

Background:

Optical research at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) was initiated by Edward O. Hulburt in June 1924.
Early research areas included Earth's upper atmosphere, ionosphere, gas discharges, and optical properties of the atmosphere and sea.
This foundational work paved the way for future advancements in optical and space sciences.

Purpose of the Study:

To establish and expand optical research capabilities at the NRL.
To investigate fundamental physical phenomena related to light and matter.
To foster interdisciplinary research bridging atmospheric science, physics, and engineering.

Main Methods:

Utilized ground-based observations and experiments.
Employed rocket-borne experiments for upper atmosphere studies, including ultraviolet and x-ray research.
Conducted research in diverse fields such as photoelasticity, chemical spectroscopy, and plasma physics.

Main Results:

Successfully initiated comprehensive optical research programs at the NRL.
Laid the groundwork for the establishment of the E. O. Hulburt Center for Space Research in 1963.
Demonstrated the value of optical research in understanding atmospheric phenomena and developing new technologies.

Conclusions:

The initial optical research at NRL was pivotal in advancing space science and related fields.
Continued investment in optical physics research across various divisions remains crucial for scientific progress.
The legacy of Edward O. Hulburt's initiative is evident in the ongoing contributions of the E. O. Hulburt Center for Space Research.