Location
Cocoa Beach, FL
Start Date
7-3-1966 8:00 AM
Description
This paper discusses the use of rf subcarriers placed on optical beams for communication purposes. Through the use of advanced optical beam processing and post detection electronic processing, the advantages of optical frequency techniques can be combined with the mature background of the rf technology. These techniques are expected to find applications for long range wideband communication, spacecraft tracking and rendezvous, and altimetry, as well as for aircraft and spacecraft landing aids.
Optical Subcarrier Communications
Cocoa Beach, FL
This paper discusses the use of rf subcarriers placed on optical beams for communication purposes. Through the use of advanced optical beam processing and post detection electronic processing, the advantages of optical frequency techniques can be combined with the mature background of the rf technology. These techniques are expected to find applications for long range wideband communication, spacecraft tracking and rendezvous, and altimetry, as well as for aircraft and spacecraft landing aids.
