About Optical Air Data Systems
Optical Air Data Systems (OADS), LLC, a small, award-winning high-technology business in Manassas, Virginia, is a world leader in the high power fiber-optic laser business with additional expertise in Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR). OADS specializes in rapidly advancing applications of their technology from scientific discovery to hands-on working prototypes.
Our Technology
Our unique fiber-amplified laser technology at the 1550nm and 1064nm wavelengths is substantially more efficient than conventional lasers resulting in lower power consumption, smaller size, and lower weight. We have achieved world record output from our 1064 nm and 1550 nm fiber optic lasers.
Primary Applications
This technology can be adapted to meet many different needs including:
- Range finders
- Stand-off wind sensors/profilers
- Target designators
- Muzzle velocity indicators
- Air data sensors
- LIDAR systems
- Laser communications
- Aerosol sensing
- Laser imaging
