Abstract

We present the measurement principle and the optical design of a Quad Mach Zehnder (QMZ) interferometer as HSRL technique, allowing simultaneous measurements of particle backscattering and wind velocity. Key features of this concept is to operate with a multimodal laser and do not require any frequency stabilization. These features are relevant especially for space applications for which high technical readiness level is required.

Details

Title
High spectral resolution lidar based on quad mach zehnder interferometer for aerosols and wind measurements on board space missions
Author
Mariscal, Jean-François; Bruneau, Didier; Pelon, Jacques; Mathilde Van Haecke; Blouzon, Frédéric; Montmessin, Franck; Chepfer, Hélène
Section
Spaceborne-Airborne lidar missions
Publication year
2018
Publication date
2018
Publisher
EDP Sciences
ISSN
21016275
e-ISSN
2100014X
Source type
Conference Paper
Language of publication
English
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/201817602017
ProQuest document ID
2050836202
Copyright
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