Coherent Optical Data Processing: A Status Report

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Abstract:

The operations possible in a coherent optical computer are briefly reviewed and several applications of this novel class of processor are included. Emphasis is given to signal processing operations and new space variant optical processor architectures.

Author(s):
Casasent, David
Author Organization(s):
CARNEGIE-MELLON UNIV PITTSBURGH PA
Descriptive Note:
Interim rept.
Pagination:
0012

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
AFOSR-TR-78-0795
Contract/Grant Number(s):
DASG60-77-C-0034, AFOSR-75-2851
Task Number(s):
B2
Project Number(s):
2305
Monitor Series:
TR-78-0795, AFOSR
 Subject Terms
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics
Communities of Interest:
Air Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*OPTICAL EQUIPMENT, *DIGITAL COMPUTERS, COHERENT OPTICAL RADIATION, OPTICAL CORRELATORS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Computer Hardware, Optics
Keyword(s):
COHERENT OPTICAL COMPUTER, WUNR048600, PE61102F, WUNR350011, WUAFOSR2305B2
Report Date:
1976 Jan 01