Development of the multi-mode external lighting system for aircraft (M2ESA)

John J. Martin

doi:10.1117/12.613705

20 August 2005 Development of the multi-mode external lighting system for aircraft (M²ESA)

John J. Martin

Proceedings Volume 5942, Nonimaging Optics and Efficient Illumination Systems II; 59420E (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.613705
Event: Optics and Photonics 2005, 2005, San Diego, California, United States

Abstract

This paper documents the development of the Multi-Mode External Lighting System for Aircraft (M²ESA), a solid-state near-IR and visible light emitting diode-based programmable system designed to replace existing incandescent navigation lights on the exterior of military aircraft, and tailored for use with night vision goggles. Integrated systems of optics, electronics and mechanical structures were designed that were compatible with legacy aircraft systems, and which thus conformed to rigid configuration requirements and severe volume constraints. The genesis of the concept, evolution and general architecture of the system, top-level performance and environmental requirements, integration on the designated aircraft platform (the F-15), and general results of flight demonstration assessments are described.

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John J. Martin "Development of the multi-mode external lighting system for aircraft (M²ESA)", Proc. SPIE 5942, Nonimaging Optics and Efficient Illumination Systems II, 59420E (20 August 2005); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.613705

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