Modeling the detection of optical sights using retro-reflection
conference paper
Retro-reflection can be used for the detection and classification of optical systems. The probability of detecting sights over large ranges depends on parameters of the laser, the sight, the detector and the atmosphere. We have developed a software tool that simulates a sight detection system. With the use of this tool we can 'test' different sight detection system designs and make estimations on detection ranges of optical systems. In this paper we give a short overview of the physical aspects that have been implemented in the model and discuss the experimental validation of our model.
TNO Identifier
222607
Publisher
SPIE
Article nr.
SPIE 69500E
Source title
Laser Radar Technology and Applications XIII, 16 March 2008, Orlando, FL
Editor(s)
Turner, M.D.
Kamerman, G.W.
Kamerman, G.W.
Place of publication
Bellingham, WA