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Dual beam translator for use in Laser Doppler anemometry

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OSTI ID:866112
A method and apparatus for selectively translating the path of at least one pair of light beams in a Laser Doppler anemometry device whereby the light paths are translated in a direction parallel to the original beam paths so as to enable attainment of spacial coincidence of the two intersection volumes and permit accurate measurements of Reynolds shear stress.
Research Organization:
Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory (KAPL), Niskayuna, NY
DOE Contract Number:
AC12-76SN00052
Assignee:
United States of America as represented by United States (Washington, DC)
Patent Number(s):
US 4637717
OSTI ID:
866112
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English