Laser Windows

In 2000, the Secretary of Defense established the High-Energy Laser Joint Technology Office ("JTO"), which was charged with developing new technologies for high-energy laser weapons systems. One major technical challenge for implementing high-powered lasers is that the windows through which the lasers are fired must provide scatter-free transmission of the beam. Any distortion can reduce the beam's power and deflect it from its target.

Because of its expertise in infrared transmission technologies, IFS was chosen by Lockheed Martin and the United States Air Force to develop the specialized windows through which these high-powered laser beams could be fired.

Over the last few years, IFS has successfully designed, manufactured and tested their specialized high-power laser windows. We have produced our OFG™ windows in sizes up to 39 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick.

The current Air Force Airborne Laser (ABL) project has the goal of placing laser windows in aircraft, but there are plans to expand the application to tanks and other land-based vehicles once the product is completed.

The properties of the windows can be easily customized, and we are currently able to manufacture them to a variety of specifications depending on the end-user application.

Other Mid-Infrared Optics

The technology used in laser windows easily translates to other industrial applications that require distortion-free transmission of infrared signals through a protective glass cover. Products can include custom windows, domes and lightpipes. For more information about how we can help you implement your infrared solution, contact info@infraredfibersystems.com

Infrared Optics Technical Specs