Advances in low-cost long-wave infrared polymer windows

Wayne A. Weimer; Paul Klocek

doi:10.1117/12.354632

26 July 1999 Advances in low-cost long-wave infrared polymer windows

Wayne A. Weimer, Paul Klocek

Proceedings Volume 3705, Window and Dome Technologies and Materials VI; (1999) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.354632
Event: AeroSense '99, 1999, Orlando, FL, United States

Abstract

Recent improvements in engineered polymeric material compositions and advances in processing methodologies developed and patented at Raytheon Systems Company have produced long wave IR windows at exceptionally low costs. These UV stabilized, high strength windows incorporating subwavelength structured antireflection surfaces are enabling IR imaging systems to penetrate commercial markets and will reduce the cost of systems delivered to the military. The optical and mechanical properties of these windows will be discussed in detail with reference to the short and long-term impact on military IR imaging systems.

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Wayne A. Weimer and Paul Klocek "Advances in low-cost long-wave infrared polymer windows", Proc. SPIE 3705, Window and Dome Technologies and Materials VI, (26 July 1999); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.354632

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