LASER SAFETY - 1. INTRODUCTION TO HAZARD CALCULATIONS.

R. James Rockwell; David H. Sliney; James F. Smith

LASER SAFETY - 1. INTRODUCTION TO HAZARD CALCULATIONS.

R. James Rockwell, David H. Sliney, James F. Smith

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Calculations are presented which permit some insight to be made into laser viewing hazards. Equations relating to retinal irradiance (E//r) are only meaningful in the ″retinal hazard region,″ which extends from 400-1400 nm. Only wavelengths in this spectral region penetrate to the adult retina sufficiently to be of concern from a retinal hazard standpoint. This does not mean that other laser wavelengths are safe; it only means that they do not pose a threat to the retina.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	Electro Opt Syst Des
Pages	32-39
Number of pages	8
Volume	10
Edition	8
State	Published - Aug 1978
Externally published	Yes

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