Diffractive Micro-Optics For Laser Communications

T M Fletcher; A G McKay

doi:10.1117/12.951299

11 July 1989 Diffractive Micro-Optics For Laser Communications

T M Fletcher, A G McKay

Proceedings Volume 1044, Optomechanical Design of Laser Transmitters and Receivers; (1989) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.951299
Event: OE/LASE '89, 1989, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Abstract

A diffractive optical element has been fabricated using VLSI techniques for use in multi-channel infra-red optical systems. This diffractive micro-optic demonstrates the flexibility and resolution available with current lithographic techniques. The optical element has a diffraction efficiency of 47% and a noise floor of -30dB. As lithographic techniques continue to improve, diffractive optics will become available for systems operating throughout the visible spectrum.

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T M Fletcher and A G McKay "Diffractive Micro-Optics For Laser Communications", Proc. SPIE 1044, Optomechanical Design of Laser Transmitters and Receivers, (11 July 1989); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.951299

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