A broad resource on optic and photonic technologies in defense and aerospace “When it comes to spacecraft, planes, and military gear, weight is all important. That’s understandable, as it costs about $10,000 to put a pound in orbit, in the case of spacecraft. For planes and military gear, there are limits on what can be flown or carried.”
So begins this book’s first article, “Integrated Photonics in Defense and Aerospace,” by Hank Hogan. The article is a fitting opener to a collection covering the challenges and successes of deploying the latest technologies in two very critical industries. Drawing mainly from the pages of
Photonics Spectra and focusing on the last decade or so of developments,
Defense & Aerospace offers an overview of these industries as only Photonics Media can present it — from laser paint removal and laser bonding in aerospace, to breakthroughs in quantum sensing. It is a resource for designers, engineers, researchers, marketers, and students looking for a broad survey of advancements in optic and photonics technologies and their applications in defense and aerospace.
Includes sections on: - Photonics in Defense and Aerospace
- Lasers and Laser Systems
- Optics
- Communications
- Vision and Imaging
- Sensors and Detectors
- Displays and Lighting
Also included is a list of key articles by industry.
Photonics Media magazines deliver resources to our readers aimed at helping them do their jobs better. This compilation has a similar aim: By selecting a range of articles from our extensive archive, we set out to deliver a rich, broad resource on optic and photonic technologies in defense and aerospace. We hope it proves to be a valuable addition to your reference library.