Title :
Fiber optic gyro technology trends - a Honeywell perspective
Author :
Sanders, S.J. ; Strandjord, L.K. ; Mead, D.
Abstract :
This paper presents the evolution of FOG development and performance capabilities at Honeywell. A timeline of key milestones is given, and the technology developments and resulting performance improvements are outlined. Data from Honeywell´s strategic-grade, high-precision FOGs (HPFOG) is included. Their applications include navigation and attitude reference, predominantly in the commercial aircraft industry.
Keywords :
aircraft control; aircraft navigation; attitude control; attitude measurement; avionics; fibre optic gyroscopes; inertial navigation; FOG performance capabilities; FOG performance improvements; FOG technology development; Honeywell HPFOG; attitude reference applications; commercial aircraft industry; fiber optic gyro technology trends; navigation applications; strategic-grade high-precision FOG; Aircraft navigation; Coils; Optical feedback; Optical fiber polarization; Optical fibers; Optical noise; Samarium; Space technology; Stability; Wounds;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fiber Sensors Conference Technical Digest, 2002. Ofs 2002, 15th
Conference_Location :
Portland, OR, USA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-7289-1
DOI :
10.1109/OFS.2002.1000487
