Abstract

The conditions for optimal performance of monostatic coherent laser radar for a diffuse or aerosol target at a given range are derived by using functional maximization techniques. Expressions are derived for two cases: the optimal local-oscillator field given the transmitter–receiver optics and transmitter laser field, and the optimal transmitter field and local-oscillator field given the transmitter–receiver optics.

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