A relative performance analysis of atmospheric Laser Doppler Velocimeter methods.Evaluation of the effectiveness of atmospheric applications of a Laser Doppler Velocimeter (LDV) at a wavelength of about 0.5 micrometer in conjunction with dual scatter LDV illuminating techniques, or at a wavelength of 10.6 micrometer with local oscillator LDV illuminating techniques. Equations and examples are given to provide a quantitative basis for LDV system selection and performance criteria in atmospheric research. The comparative study shows that specific ranges and conditions exist where performance of one of the methods is superior to that of the other. It is also pointed out that great care must be exercised in choosing system parameters that optimize a particular LDV designed for atmospheric applications.
Document ID
19720048385
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Farmer, W. M.
Hornkohl, J. O.
Brayton, D. B. (ARO, Inc. Arnold Air Force Station, Tenn., United States)
Date Acquired
August 6, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1971
Subject Category
Instrumentation And Photography
Meeting Information
Meeting: Electro-Optical Systems Design Conference