Laser qualification for the Semiconductor Laser Intersatellite Link Experiment (SILEX) program

Richard R. Craig; Benjamin Li; Benny Chan

doi:10.1117/12.184650

16 August 1994 Laser qualification for the Semiconductor Laser Intersatellite Link Experiment (SILEX) program

Richard R. Craig, Benjamin Li, Benny Chan

Proceedings Volume 2123, Free-Space Laser Communication Technologies VI; (1994) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.184650
Event: OE/LASE '94, 1994, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Abstract

The SDL-5400 series commercial AlGaAs laser diode was characterized and screened for potential use as communication laser in the SILEX program. The lasers were initially tested through environmental extremes and for vacuum reliability to obtain preliminary indications that the laser was suitable to the requirement. Potential flight lasers were then built and screened for use. Endurance testing of samples from the potential flight lot has been completed.

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Richard R. Craig, Benjamin Li, and Benny Chan "Laser qualification for the Semiconductor Laser Intersatellite Link Experiment (SILEX) program", Proc. SPIE 2123, Free-Space Laser Communication Technologies VI, (16 August 1994); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.184650

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