Optical limiters for eye and sensor protection from lasers

Author

James Jack DiCillo

Date of Award

8-1992

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Major

Physics

Major Professor

Alvin J. Sanders

Committee Members

Mariane Breinig, Robert DeSerio

Abstract

This research investigated the feasibility of using thin film aluminum mirrors or phthalocyanine dyes to develop an optical limiting system to protect eyes and sensors from laser light. The mirrors are tested with laser light of 532 nanometers, in the middle of the visible spectrum. The dyes are tested with a dye laser to examine their effectiveness throughout the visible spectrum. Data are collected electronically and analyzed with a personal computer. Results indicate that separately, neither the mirrors nor the dyes attain the desired criteria. When combined in one optical system, results indicate that the desired level of protection is attainable. It is therefore possible to design an apparatus which will make use of these results to achieve the desired protection.

Recommended Citation

DiCillo, James Jack, "Optical limiters for eye and sensor protection from lasers. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 1992.
https://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_gradthes/12100