Solicitation for Quarter WavePlates W911SD25QA125
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AI-generated · Aug 24, 2025Quarter-wave plates engineered for 780 nm operation to support laser and photonics research at the United States Military Academy. These plates provide a 90-degree phase shift to convert linear polarization into circular or elliptical polarization, enabling precise studies of birefringence, polarization-dependent losses, and laser beam shaping—essential for cadet education and defense-related technological advances.
Minimum specifications: Retardation: ?/4; Diameter: 25.4 ± 0.25 mm; Thickness: <2 mm; Operating wavelength: 780 ± 10 nm; Reflectivity: <0.5%.
At the United States Military Academy, cutting-edge research in laser and photonics systems has long relied on high-precision quarter-wave plates to enable advanced manipulation of light polarization; historically, these waveplates have been used to impart precise 90 phase shifts that convert linearly polarized light into circular or elliptical forms a transformation critical for in-depth studies of birefringence, polarization-dependent losses, and laser beam shaping. Cadets will use quarter-wave plate engineered for 780 nm applications, ensuring that their research continues to push the envelope in optical performance and innovation, which is essential for both educational and defense-related technological advances. minimum specifications: Retardation: ?/4 Diameter: 25.4 +/-0.25 mm Thickness: <2 mm Operating wavelength: 780 +/- 10 nm Reflectivity: <0.5%
From Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted on Jul 17, 2025Notice history
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