LASTOP - A Computer Code for Laser Turret Optimization of Small Perturbation Turrets in Subsonic or Supersonic Flow.

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Abstract:

A program has been developed which calculates optical path length and phase distortion arising from the density field surrounding a laser turret. Further, the program finds the optimum turret shape yielding minimum phase distortion. The aerodynamic model is briefly described however, the optimization and control codes are thoroughly presented. Sample data input and sample output are given. The program is listed. The material is presented in detail so that this report constitutes a users manual. Author

Author(s):
Vanderplaats, Garret N. ; Fuhs, Allen E.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CALIF
Descriptive Note:
Final rept. 1976-1977,
Pagination:
0238

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release, Document Partially Illegible
Distribution Statement:
Availability: Microfiche Copies Only.

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NPS69-77-004
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.3.4_Develop Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.5_Analyze Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.3_Develop Strategy; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_1.3.2_Personnel Management
Modernization Areas:
Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
C4I
Descriptor(s):
*COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN, *OPTICAL PHENOMENA, *AERODYNAMIC CHARACTERISTICS, *AIRCRAFT TURRETS, COMPUTER PROGRAMMING, LASERS, PHASE DISTORTION
Field(s)/Group(s):
Aerodynamics, Lasers and Masers, Computer Programming and Software, Optics
Keyword(s):
Laser turrets, Aero optics, Small perturbation turrets
Report Date:
1977 Dec 20