Advances in Optical Bench Technology for Gravitational Wave Detectors
This content discusses the latest advancements in optical bench technology for gravitational wave detectors, focusing on precise measurements of back-scattered light, development of new optical cavities, and testing of Sagnac interferometers. Key objectives include improving suspension controls, red
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Understanding Photodiodes: Operation, Types, and Symbols
A photodiode is a sensitive semiconductor device that converts light into electric current. Operating in reverse bias, it generates charge carriers in the depletion region using external energy sources such as light. Different types include PN junction, PIN, and avalanche photodiodes, each designed
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Update on O2 CO2 Calibration Uncertainty Review
Reviewing the O2 CO2 calibration uncertainty, recent updates include identifying beam clipping on the reflection photodiode, switching to the transmitted photodiode, correcting time-dependent errors, and reducing overall uncertainty budget to primarily statistical uncertainty. Data and scripts used
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Progress Presentation of Autonomous Underwater Robots
This presentation showcases the progress made by a team in developing autonomous underwater robots at Bradley University. The project objectives include mapping underwater terrain, navigating a swarm of UAVs, obstacle avoidance, and generating final images. The presentation covers system block diagr
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