Mid-infrared lasers and the Kruse-Mie Theorem in fog for free-space optical communication applications

Paul Corrigan, Rainer Martini, Edward A. Whittaker, Clyde Bethea

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Abstract

We demonstrate that in NYC metro fog mid-infrared systems transmit over 300% more power and have 3× greater range than conventional FSO systems. We report that the benchmark Kruse-Mie theorem underestimates mid-infrared systems by +200%.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2008 Conference on Quantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics, CLEO/QELS
DOIs
StatePublished - 2008
EventConference on Quantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics, CLEO/QELS 2008 - San Jose, CA, United States
Duration: 4 May 20089 May 2008

Publication series

Name2008 Conference on Quantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics, CLEO/QELS

Conference

ConferenceConference on Quantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics, CLEO/QELS 2008
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Jose, CA
Period4/05/089/05/08

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