New approach for laser gyroscopes
Abstract
A different approach to laser gyroscope design is presented. It is based on the use of a passive ring cavity rather than an active one and an external means for measuring the difference between clockwise and counterclockwise lengths of the cavity. Preliminary performance data are included.
- Publication:
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NAECON '77; Proceedings of the National Aerospace and Electronics Conference
- Pub Date:
- 1977
- Bibcode:
- 1977naec.conf.1062B
- Keywords:
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- Laser Applications;
- Laser Cavities;
- Optical Gyroscopes;
- Ring Lasers;
- Acousto-Optics;
- Frequency Measurement;
- Optical Resonators;
- Performance Tests;
- Instrumentation and Photography