Your Partner for Precision Fiber Optic Solutions
XSOF™ is an ITAR-registered manufacturer specializing in custom fiber optic assemblies for defense and military applications. Our advanced optical fiber solutions are engineered for mission-critical performance, with proven use in LIDAR systems and Laser Initiation of Energetic Materials (LIEM).
LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging)
LIDAR—also known as Laser Radar, Laser Scanning, or Laser Ranging—is a remote sensing method that uses laser pulses to measure distances, create 3D topographic maps, and even analyze molecular composition from a distance.
- LIDAR works by emitting a light pulse and measuring the time it takes to reflect back from a surface.
- This time-of-flight data is used to calculate distance, enabling the creation of high-resolution 3D maps.
- LIDAR systems can scan millions of points per second, capturing detailed terrain and structural features.
- When combined with spectral discrimination, LIDAR can also identify the chemical makeup of surfaces based on wavelength-specific reflectivity.
- This capability is used in defense applications for terrain mapping, target identification, and atmospheric analysis.
Example: A spectral LIDAR system can scan a cityscape to simultaneously map structures and detect pollution levels based on spectral signatures.
LIEM (Laser Initiation of Energetic Materials)
Laser Initiation of Energetic Materials (LIEM) uses laser pulses to safely and precisely ignite explosives or other energetic materials.
- A single laser pulse can be split and delivered to multiple ignition points via a custom fiber optic harness.
- This allows for synchronized, timed ignition across complex systems.
- Fiber-based laser initiation is highly resistant to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic pulses (EMP), making it ideal for military use.
XSOF™ has developed custom fiber optic assemblies for:
- Rocket Stage Separation
- Canopy Detachment and Ejection Seat Firing
- Flight Termination Systems (Self-Destruct)
- Engine Ignition
- Other high-reliability energetic material applications
Why Choose XSOF™ for Military Fiber Optic Applications?
- ITAR-registered and defense-ready
- Proven experience in LIDAR and LIEM systems
- Wide range of specialty fiber optic solutions
- Custom-engineered fiber optic harnesses for high-reliability ignition and sensing
- Expertise in spectral and time-of-flight optical systems
- Trusted by defense contractors for decades