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YAG:Nd(+3) Laser Target Designators and Range Finders.

D W Coffey, V J Norris

    Applied Optics
    |February 2, 2010
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study details a temperature-insensitive Q-switched YAG:Nd(+3) laser for target designators and range finders, incorporating electronic compensation and thermal equalization for reliable field performance.

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    Area of Science:

    • Optics and Photonics
    • Laser Technology
    • Military Engineering

    Background:

    • Field applications for target designators and range finders require robust laser systems.
    • Q-switched YAG:Nd(+3) lasers are crucial components in these systems.
    • Temperature variations pose a significant challenge to laser performance in diverse environments.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the implementation of a Q-switched YAG:Nd(+3) laser into target designator and range finder systems.
    • To develop a temperature-insensitive laser design for reliable field operation.
    • To address challenges related to cooling systems and coolant degradation.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of a Q-switched YAG:Nd(+3) laser.
    • Development of a temperature-insensitive design using electronic compensation.
    • Incorporation of thermal equalization techniques.
    • Analysis of cooling systems and coolant degradation under UV radiation.

    Main Results:

    • Successful integration of the Q-switched YAG:Nd(+3) laser into target designator and range finder systems.
    • Demonstration of a temperature-insensitive design through electronic compensation and thermal equalization.
    • Identification of issues concerning coolant degradation in high UV environments.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed laser design ensures reliable performance across a wide temperature range.
    • Electronic compensation and thermal equalization are effective strategies for temperature insensitivity.
    • Future developments are expected to further enhance laser target designators and range finders.

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