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Stephen A. Holloway

Chief Technologist at ESL Defence Ltd

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Proceedings Article | 8 October 2007 Paper

Evolution of test and evaluation of infrared missile warning systems

Stephen Holloway

Proceedings Volume 6737, 67370I (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.745121

KEYWORDS: Quantum cascade lasers, Missiles, Lamps, Modulation, Optical parametric oscillators, Beam shaping, Ions, Defense and security, Sensors, Laser damage threshold

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Test and evaluation of missile warning systems is most efficiently performed using electro-optic stimulation systems that can simulate the launch and approach of a missile at operational ranges. Much research and development over recent years has gone into optimizing the fidelity and power of these systems in the mid-infrared waveband. The work has provided a variety of solutions based generally on black body technology. Recent demands for higher power equipment have pushed development towards a laser based approach. Viable options for laser based architectures have been studied and compared against key criteria such as power input/output, modulation performance, dynamic range, environmental requirements and engineering complexity. An array of quantum cascade lasers has emerged as the most advantageous solution for the present challenges. State of the art quantum cascade lasers from a research institute have been incorporated into the design of two fielded systems. These systems have been thoroughly characterised with results matching the required performance.

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