Accession Number:

ADA002257

Title:

Holographic Acoustic Imaging.

Descriptive Note:

Research and development rept. Feb 71-Apr 74,

Corporate Author:

NAVAL UNDERSEA CENTER SAN DIEGO CALIF

Personal Author(s):

• Booth,N. O.
• Sutton,J. L.

Report Date:

1974-08-01

Pagination or Media Count:

21.0

Abstract:

An overview of acoustic imaging methods is presented highlighting the similarities and differences between focused, beamformed, and holographic systems. A holographic acoustic imaging system designed for medium range viewing in the deep ocean is described. Several technological improvements for future holographic systems are suggested and discussed.

Descriptors:

• *HOLOGRAPHY
• *UNDERWATER SOUND SIGNALS
• IMAGE PROCESSING
• BEAM FORMING
• SONAR

Subject Categories:

• Acoustic Detection and Detectors
• Acoustics

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE