Simulation / ModellingTrack 4

Performance of the Smartt wavefront sensor with machine learning for free space optical communication

Miss Erin Holdorf

Australian National University

Day

Friday · 2026-10-16

Time

2:00 PM - 3:20 PM

Track

Track 4

Session

Channel Monitoring and Forecasting-2

Venue

ICSO 2026 Conference Venue

Hall Track 4Session Channel Monitoring and Forecasting-2

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In 30 seconds

The Smartt Wavefront Sensor, based on point diffraction interferometry, provides robust phase estimation in strong atmospheric turbulence compared to traditional Shack-Hartmann sensors. By mitigating the effects of scintillation, this sensor maintains accurate wavefront reconstruction for adaptive optics in FSO systems. This technology significantly improves the Strehl ratio by providing more stable control in the presence of dynamic link fluctuations.

Topics & Subtopics

Optical CommunicationsAtmospheric TurbulenceChannel Monitoring & ForecastingOptical Ground StationsFeeder LinksAdaptive OpticsInstrument PerformanceWavefront Control