Project Title:

Advanced, Coherent Laser-Radar-System Components

92-1-05.07-9200                                                   NAS01-19873
Advanced, Coherent Laser-Radar-System
     Components
Coleman Research Corporation
5950 Lakehurst Drive
Orlando, FL  32819
Anthony Slotwinski                                   (703-719-9200)

Abstract:

     Phase I will investigate the feasibility of developing an
electro-optically tunable, miniature, solid-state laser and a
miniature, fiber-optic-coupled, automatic focussing lens for use
with robotic-coherent, laser-radar vision- and proximity-sensing
systems. Systems equipped with such components will be small,
lightweight, flexible, and compatible with robotic end-effectors
for sensing and control applications. These components will
provide for longer range more sensitive and accurate sensing than
is currently possible.

Potential Commercial Application:

Potential Commercial Applications:  Potential applications are in
the areas of factory automation, robotic sensors, process control,
non-contact sensing and gauging, and coherent communications.

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