Scintillation hardened semi-active laser sensor
US7498558B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 18, 2005 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B5/02
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The disclosed system, device and method for spatial homogenization and focusing of electromagnetic radiation over an aperture to reduce the effects of atmospheric scintillation generally includes an optical lens having an at least partially undulating pattern mapped onto a curvilinear surface. Disclosed features and specifications may be variously controlled, adapted or otherwise optionally modified to eliminate or otherwise reduce the effects of atmospheric scintillation as well as other optical aberrations. Exemplary embodiments of the present invention generally provide improved systems and methods for the acquisition, tracking and engagement of military targets with missiles or other guided ordinance.
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