QuantaSpec proposes an approach to a small size, light weight, low power, low cost Free Space Optical Communication System for use with tactical aircraft. The scope of work will assess trade space and mitigation approaches to overcome key challenges of FSO communication. These mitigation approaches can enable improved range, reliability, data rate, and security of communications.
Benefit: Anticipated benefits include increased range, availability, data rate, and security of FSO communications. Potential commercial applications include: military, government, carrier, backhaul, and last mile communications.
Keywords: Low Probability of Detection, Low Probability of Detection, coherent detection, Low probability of intercept, Laser Communications, Shot Noise, code modulation, free space optical
