Title :
Fiber lasers for lidar
Author_Institution :
Coherent Technol., Inc., Louisville, CO, USA
Abstract :
Advances in fiber laser technology can be used to further the capabilities of lidar remote sensing systems. The paper provides an overview of lidar requirements, where current fiber technology can play a role, and advances needed for future systems.
Keywords :
fibre lasers; optical radar; remote sensing by radar; fiber lasers; lidar remote sensing systems; Fiber lasers; Frequency; Laser radar; Optical fiber sensors; Optical pumping; Optical sensors; Optical transmitters; Phase detection; Pump lasers; Radar detection;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fiber Communication Conference, 2005. Technical Digest. OFC/NFOEC
Print_ISBN :
1-55752-783-0
DOI :
10.1109/OFC.2005.193131
