Design and Application of Laser Polarization Underwater Detection Equipment

Abstract

With the increasing demand for precise identification of underwater targets, the development of advanced underwater detection technologies has become a pivotal area of research. This study presents the design and implementation of a laser-based underwater detection system that leverages polarization characteristics to significantly enhance detection accuracy and target identification capabilities in complex aquatic environments. A key innovation of this research lies in the application of a dual-frequency modulation technology using a 532 nm pulsed laser. By modulating the high-frequency characteristics of the laser, this technique effectively suppresses backscattering interference within the water medium, improves the efficiency of target signal extraction, and exhibits exceptional performance, particularly in long-range detection and highly turbid water conditions. This paper elucidates the principles of underwater laser detection and polarization measurement, outlines the design of an integrated optical and mechanical system for laser transmission and reception, and introduces an optimized signal processing methodology. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed system can reliably distinguish targets composed of different materials while maintaining high detection accuracy across a range of challenging environmental conditions. A comparative analysis further highlights the system’s significant advantages over traditional technologies, including enhanced noise suppression and greater detection depth. These findings establish a solid foundation for advancing underwater detection technologies and broadening their practical applications.

Keywords

• polarization measurements
• laser polarization underwater detection
• optical system design
• dual-frequency modulation
• split amplitude
• target material