Dr. Peter L. Marasco Profile

Dr. Peter L. Marasco

Division Technology Advisor at Air Force Research Laboratory

SPIE Involvement:

Conference Chair | Track Chair | Editor | Author

Publications (26)

SPIE Journal Paper | 26 November 2020 Open Access

Special Section Guest Editorial: Advances in Gradient Index Optics Technology

Peter Marasco, Clara Rivero-Baleine, Guy Beadie, Duncan Moore, Kathleen Richardson, Michael Ponting, Jasbinder Sanghera

OE, Vol. 59, Issue 11, 112601, (November 2020) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.OE.59.11.112601

KEYWORDS: GRIN lenses, Gradient-index optics, Optics manufacturing, Chemical elements, Optical engineering, Glasses, Analytical research, Visible radiation, Telecommunications, Refractive index

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SPIE Journal Paper | 26 October 2020

Examination of index gradients created by Fick’s law diffusion

Peter Marasco

OE, Vol. 59, Issue 11, 112606, (October 2020) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.OE.59.11.112606

KEYWORDS: Diffusion, Refractive index, Optical engineering, Gradient-index optics, GRIN lenses, Optical design, Ions, Glasses, Mathematics, Optics manufacturing

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Proceedings Article | 11 May 2017 Paper

Assessment of an approach to printed polymer lenses

Peter Marasco, Bob Foote

Proceedings Volume 10181, 101810S (2017) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2271927

KEYWORDS: Additive manufacturing, Optics manufacturing, Printing, Lenses, Prototyping, Fabrication, Polymers, Systems modeling, Defense technologies, Astronomical imaging, Modulation transfer functions, Computer aided design, Glasses, Air contamination

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SPIE Journal Paper | 25 April 2016

Wood lens design philosophy based on a binary additive manufacturing technique

Peter Marasco, Christopher Bailey

OE, Vol. 55, Issue 04, 040502, (April 2016) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.OE.55.4.040502

KEYWORDS: GRIN lenses, Polymers, Binary data, Additive manufacturing, Gradient-index optics, Printing, Geometrical optics, Lens design, Refractive index, Refraction

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Proceedings Article | 13 June 2014 Paper

Gradient index eyepiece technology for head-mounted display applications

Peter Marasco

Proceedings Volume 9086, 90860V (2014) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2053044

KEYWORDS: GRIN lenses, Head-mounted displays, Gradient-index optics, Glasses, Refraction, Refractive index, Geometrical optics, Lens design, Modulation transfer functions, Optics manufacturing

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Proceedings Article | 22 May 2012 Paper

Systems engineering considerations in body-mounted sensing

Peter Marasco

Proceedings Volume 8383, 838309 (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.919670

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Systems engineering, Sensing systems, Visualization, Imaging systems, Eye, Image resolution, Injuries, Head, Image processing

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Proceedings Article | 2 May 2009 Paper

Virtual reality: a reality for future military pilotage?

John McIntire, Gary Martinsen, Peter Marasco, Paul Havig

Proceedings Volume 7326, 73260D (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.819529

KEYWORDS: Visualization, Virtual reality, Sensors, Image resolution, Spatial resolution, Head-mounted displays, Temporal resolution, Optical resolution, Displays, Human vision and color perception

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Proceedings Article | 2 May 2009 Paper

Current and future helmet-mounted displays for piloted systems

Doug Franck, John McIntire, Peter Marasco, Paul Havig

Proceedings Volume 7326, 73260C (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.820204

KEYWORDS: Head-mounted displays, Heads up displays, Visualization, Head, Sensors, Target acquisition, Target designation, Objectives, Optical design, Holographic optical elements

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Proceedings Article | 27 August 2008 Paper

Liquid crystal modulated optical amplifier for night vision imaging

Alexander Parfenov, X. Winston Xia, Indra Tengara, Tin Win, Jason Holmstedt, Neven Rakuljic, Tin Aye, Mathew Swinney, Peter Marasco

Proceedings Volume 7050, 70500U (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.795345

KEYWORDS: Night vision, Near infrared, Liquid crystals, Optical amplifiers, Image intensifiers, Visible radiation, Sensors, Infrared imaging, Holography, Modulation

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Proceedings Article | 17 April 2008 Paper

An alternative to radiance limits for vision enhancement device cockpit integration

Peter Marasco

Proceedings Volume 6956, 69560A (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.776763

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Enhanced vision, Imaging systems, Light sources and illumination, Short wave infrared radiation, Visible radiation, Visualization, Reflection, Image intensifiers, Night vision

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Proceedings Article | 26 April 2007 Paper

Short wave infrared imager cockpit interface issues

Peter Marasco

Proceedings Volume 6558, 65580F (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.721065

KEYWORDS: Short wave infrared radiation, Visible radiation, Sensors, Imaging systems, Light emitting diodes, Light sources and illumination, Infrared radiation, Black bodies, Indium gallium arsenide, Cameras

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Proceedings Article | 18 May 2006 Paper

Statistical assessment of night vision goggle noise

Jesse Wales, Peter Marasco

Proceedings Volume 6224, 62240I (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.664162

KEYWORDS: Goggles, Scintillation, Optical filters, Cameras, Laser safety equipment, Image intensifiers, Light emitting diodes, Charge-coupled devices, Night vision goggles, Objectives

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Proceedings Article | 18 May 2006 Paper

Assessing the impact unique NVG filters have on human visual performance under simulated compatible cockpit lighting

Sharon Dixon, Peter Marasco

Proceedings Volume 6224, 62240H (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.664076

KEYWORDS: Visualization, Optical filters, Heads up displays, Laser safety equipment, Light sources and illumination, Absorption filters, Objectives, Glasses, Device simulation

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Proceedings Article | 5 May 2006 Paper

Military display market: fourth comprehensive edition

Daniel Desjardins, Darrel Hopper, Peter Marasco, James Byrd, Jon Neubauer

Proceedings Volume 6225, 622504 (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.663675

KEYWORDS: LCDs, Military display technology, CRTs, Heads up displays, Defense and security, Liquid crystal on silicon, Light emitting diodes, Plasma, Commercial off the shelf technology, Weapons

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Proceedings Article | 19 May 2005 Paper

Assessment of an optically stimulated infrared emission from image intensifier tube photocathodes

Jesse Wales, Peter Marasco

Proceedings Volume 5800, (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.608731

KEYWORDS: Infrared imaging, Image intensifiers, Infrared radiation, Visualization, Optical testing, Visible radiation, Light sources, Light, Objectives, Reflectivity

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Proceedings Article | 19 May 2005 Paper

Characterizing night vision goggle noise using the method of paired comparisons

George Reis, Peter Marasco, Paul Havig, Eric Heft, Charles Goodyear

Proceedings Volume 5800, (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.602738

KEYWORDS: Night vision goggles, Eye, Computer simulations, Analytical research, Signal to noise ratio, Light emitting diodes, Lead, Objectives, Mirrors, Image fusion

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Proceedings Article | 8 September 2004 Paper

Methods for eliminating bright point emissions from liquid crystal microdisplays

Peter Marasco

Proceedings Volume 5442, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.541298

KEYWORDS: Signal attenuation, LCDs, Manufacturing, Image intensifiers, Liquid crystals, Head-mounted displays, Fiber optics, Beam shaping, Visibility, Opacity

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Proceedings Article | 8 September 2004 Paper

Effects of saturation contrast on color recognition in night vision goggles

Paul Havig, Peter Marasco, David Post, Harold Ellwanger, George Reis

Proceedings Volume 5442, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.540420

KEYWORDS: Night vision goggles, Head-mounted displays, Visualization, Target designation, Analytical research, Computer simulations, Tolerancing, Information technology, Night vision systems, Display technology

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Proceedings Article | 8 September 2004 Paper

Psychophysical measurement of night vision goggle noise using a binocular display

George Reis, Peter Marasco, Paul Havig, Eric Heft

Proceedings Volume 5442, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.541522

KEYWORDS: Goggles, Image quality, Night vision goggles, Visualization, Photons, Light emitting diodes, Laser safety equipment, Image intensifiers, Raster graphics, Eye

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Proceedings Article | 8 September 2004 Paper

The impact of changing night vision goggle spectral response on night vision imaging system lighting compatibility

Harry Task, Peter Marasco

Proceedings Volume 5442, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.541305

KEYWORDS: Light sources, Light sources and illumination, Objectives, Optical filters, Nickel, Imaging systems, Heads up displays, Night vision, NVIS filters, Goggles

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Proceedings Article | 8 September 2003 Paper

The impact of target luminance and radiance on night vision device visual performance testing

Peter Marasco, H. Lee Task

Proceedings Volume 5079, (2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.487869

KEYWORDS: Visualization, Image intensifiers, Reflectivity, Lamps, Night vision, Light sources and illumination, Goggles, Analytical research, Light sources, Measurement devices

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Proceedings Article | 8 September 2003 Paper

Psychophysical measurement of night vision goggle noise

Rachael Glasgow, Peter Marasco, Paul Havig, Gary Martinsen, George Reis, Eric Heft

Proceedings Volume 5079, (2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.486338

KEYWORDS: Goggles, Image intensifiers, Statistical analysis, Visualization, Night vision goggles, Spatial frequencies, Raster graphics, Visual process modeling, Image filtering, Objectives

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Proceedings Article | 5 August 2002 Paper

Impact of helmet-mounted display visor spectral characteristics on visual performance

Peter Marasco

Proceedings Volume 4711, (2002) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.478869

KEYWORDS: Coating, Reflectivity, Head-mounted displays, Visualization, Reflection, Visible radiation, Reflectors, Antireflective coatings, Target detection, Light

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Proceedings Article | 22 August 2001 Paper

Measurement of visual performance through scattering visors and aerospace transparencies

Peter Marasco, H. Lee Task

Proceedings Volume 4361, (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.437994

KEYWORDS: Visualization, Air contamination, Light scattering, Transparency, Scattering, Visual process modeling, Aerospace engineering, Eye, Performance modeling, Control systems

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Proceedings Article | 12 July 1999 Paper

Effect on vision of light scatter from HMD visors and aircraft windscreens

Peter Marasco, H. Lee Task

Proceedings Volume 3689, (1999) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.352817

KEYWORDS: Light scattering, Air contamination, Visualization, Transparency, Head-mounted displays, Visual process modeling, Scattering, Performance modeling, Photometry, Target detection

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Proceedings Article | 1 November 1993 Paper

Uncooled infrared sensor performance

Peter Marasco, Eustace Dereniak

Proceedings Volume 2020, (1993) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.160557

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Imaging systems, Infrared sensors, Target detection, Thermography, Infrared technology, Staring arrays, Infrared radiation, Signal to noise ratio, Infrared imaging

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Proceedings Volume Editor (19)

SPIE Conference Volume | 27 June 2024

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR IX

SPIE Conference Volume | 14 July 2023

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR VIII

SPIE Conference Volume | 28 June 2022

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR VII

SPIE Conference Volume | 5 May 2021

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR VI

SPIE Conference Volume | 26 May 2020

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR V

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Conference Committee Involvement (23)

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR X

13 April 2025 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR IX

22 April 2024 | National Harbor, Maryland, United States

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR VIII

1 May 2023 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR VII

3 April 2022 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR VI

12 April 2021 | Online Only, Florida, United States

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR V

27 April 2020 | Online Only, California, United States

Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR IV

14 April 2019 | Baltimore, MD, United States

Advanced Optics for Defense Applications: UV through LWIR III

15 April 2018 | Orlando, FL, United States

SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing

15 April 2018 | Orlando, United States

Advanced Optics for Defense Applications: UV through LWIR II

9 April 2017 | Anaheim, CA, United States

SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing

9 April 2017 | Anaheim, United States

Advanced Optics for Defense Applications: UV through LWIR

18 April 2016 | Baltimore, MD, United States

SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing

17 April 2016 | Baltimore, United States

Head- and Helmet-Mounted Displays XX: Design and Applications

22 April 2015 | Baltimore, MD, United States

Head- and Helmet-Mounted Displays XIX: Design and Applications

7 May 2014 | Baltimore, MD, United States

Head- and Helmet-Mounted Displays XVIII: Design and Applications

1 May 2013 | Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Head- and Helmet-Mounted Displays XVII: Design and Applications

25 April 2012 | Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Head- and Helmet-Mounted Displays XVI: Design and Applications

28 April 2011 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Head- and Helmet-Mounted Displays XV: Design and Applications

8 April 2010 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Head- and Helmet-Mounted Displays XIV: Design and Applications

16 April 2009 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Head- and Helmet-Mounted Displays XIII: Design and Applications

17 March 2008 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Head- and Helmet-Mounted Displays XII: Design and Applications

10 April 2007 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Helmet- and Head-Mounted Displays XI: Technologies and Applications

17 April 2006 | Orlando (Kissimmee), Florida, United States

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