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JDSU Provides Key Optical Components to Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory for World's Highest-Energy Laser System
New National Ignition Facility (NIF) Using JDSU Electro-Optic Modulators as Part of Laser Technology Designed for Key Scientific Missions
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MILPITAS, CA--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - JDSU (NASDAQ : JDSU ) (TSX : JDU ) today announced
that it is supplying optical components called electro-optic modulators for
the new National Ignition Facility
(NIF) laser system at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory located in
Livermore, California.
The NIF is the world's highest-energy laser system that consists of 192
laser beams. The system focuses nearly two million joules of energy onto a
tiny pellet filled with deuterium and tritium, creating temperatures and
pressures that exist in the cores of stars and giant planets. Creating
these conditions allows the NIF to conduct a wide range of experiments that
have never before been possible on earth.
JDSU electro-optic modulators perform multiple functions within the NIF to
switch and direct laser light, including fail-safe switching, complex pulse
shaping, and phase modulation that helps prevent damage of the system as
the lasers generate the powerful energy.
The experiments at NIF could lead to scientific advancements that impact
national security, provide green energy solutions, and lead to
breakthroughs in astrophysics and materials science.
"JDSU has worked closely with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory for
many years and is honored to provide optical technology for a laser system
that could contribute to major scientific advancements for both our country
and the world," said Charles Neagoy, senior product line manager of
modulators for the Communications and Commercial Optical Products business
segment at JDSU.
JDSU modulators were prominently displayed as part of the NIF dedication tour on May 29, 2009.
Construction of NIF began in 1997 and was funded by the U.S. Department of
Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration for key scientific
missions.
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory was founded in 1952 and is a
national security laboratory with a mission to ensure national security and
apply science and technology to the important issues of our time. Lawrence
Livermore National Laboratory is managed by Lawrence Livermore National
Security, LLC for the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security
Administration.
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