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Varying the Divergence of Multiple Parallel Laser Beams

TBMG-11381

11/01/2008

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A provision for controlled variation of the divergence of a laser beam or of multiple parallel laser beams has been incorporated into the design of a conceptual free-space optical-communication station from which the transmitted laser beam(s) would be launched via a telescope. The original purpose to be served by this provision was to enable optimization, under various atmospheric optical conditions, of the divergence of a laser beam or beams transmitted from a ground station to a spacecraft. Beyond the original purpose, the underlying design concept could be beneficial for terrestrial free-space laser communication, ranging, and scientific instrumentation applications in which there are requirements to vary the divergences of laser beams.

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"Varying the Divergence of Multiple Parallel Laser Beams," Mobility Engineering, November 1, 2008.
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Nov 1, 2008
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TBMG-11381
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English