Method and apparatus for measurement of aerosols and imaging

Details Method and apparatus for measurement of aerosols and imaging Method and apparatus for measurement of aerosols and imaging

2008-03-11

2008-03-11

Hannaher, Constantine (Department: 2884)

Radiant energy

Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling

Infrared responsive

Reexamination Certificate

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10654006

ABSTRACT:
A lightweight, low-cost, and highly sensitive aerosol sensor measures aerosol concentrations remotely. A fiber laser sends pulses outward toward the target area from a carbon-fiber telescope using ultra-lightweight optical elements. Light is received back in the same telescope or in another similar telescope depending on the aerosol concentration or other contents of the atmosphere. The sensor is lightweight, low-cost and has high performance. The system also measures aerosol profiles over a hemispherical volume to produce a three-dimensional measurement within the range of the laser.

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