Agile Laser Filters Visual Simulation Device

Physical Optics Corporation (POC) proposes to develop a new Agile Laser Filter Visual Simulation (ALFVIS) device, based on Multiplexed Reflection Holographic Filters (MRHFs) and a Liquid Crystal Digital Switch (LCDS) panel. The proposed ALFVIS will have aform of a viewer for vision research on the effects of agile laser protection filter. POC's approach combines simple, compact, rugged optical components that perform high-efficiency band-rejection and have high transmission in the high- and low-passregions. The multiplexed holographic filters can be easily swapped out to match the agile laser eye protection filters being emulated. The proposed device offers high switching speed, low voltage and low power and high stability of field response overyears of field operations. In Phase I, POC will design and build the key components and analyze their performance, and will present an experimental proof-of-concept demonstration, so that in Phase II we can build a preproduction prototype. The proposedtechnology will form the basis of a new generation of test equipment for vision research into agile laser eye protection. Potential applications include modules incorporated into display systems, sensor protection, remote sensing, product inspection,manufacturing process control and medical instrumentation.