Scene projection through sensor optics using laser-based direct write methods

Heard S. Lowry; Celia A. Doub; Lanny L. Holt; Sidney L. Steely

doi:10.1117/12.276678

20 June 1997 Scene projection through sensor optics using laser-based direct write methods

Heard S. Lowry, Celia A. Doub, Lanny L. Holt, Sidney L. Steely

Proceedings Volume 3062, Targets and Backgrounds: Characterization and Representation III; (1997) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.276678
Event: AeroSense '97, 1997, Orlando, FL, United States

Abstract

The viability of extending the Direct Write Scene Generator (DWSG) to project to a sensor system with an optical telescope installed has been investigated. The test approach requires development of transmissive or reflective screens and/or collimator systems to expand the DWSG output to the sensor telescope. Several optical configurations have been examined to accommodate this capability. Measurements of the optical spot size on a camera with a zoom lens have been compared to CODE V predictions. Analysis has been performed to determine the practical limitations of this configuration with regard to testing sensors with a set field of view. A demonstration of operation of the DWSG through camera optics has been accomplished. The utility of this new capability to closed-loop operation has also been examined.

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Heard S. Lowry, Celia A. Doub, Lanny L. Holt, and Sidney L. Steely "Scene projection through sensor optics using laser-based direct write methods", Proc. SPIE 3062, Targets and Backgrounds: Characterization and Representation III, (20 June 1997); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.276678

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