G&H Featured in Military Systems & Technology: Optics & Photonics for Modern Defense

Optics and photonics for the next generation of defense technology

How are optics and photonics helping defense technologies move from the laboratory into operational use? Writing in Military Systems & Technology (MS&T), G&H’s Dr Stratos Kehayas explores their growing role in protecting platforms, infrastructure and people.

The article examines three rapidly developing areas: quantum-enabled navigation in GPS-denied environments, laser directed-energy systems and multi-band infrared imaging. Across each, it highlights a shared challenge: translating advanced optical performance into reliable, compact systems that can withstand demanding conditions and be manufactured at scale.

G&H expertise from optical components to integrated systems

G&H brings together expertise in acousto-optics, fiber optics, precision optics, specialist coatings and optical system design to support demanding aerospace and defense applications. These capabilities address many of the engineering challenges explored in the article:

• Precision laser control: Acousto-optic technologies support accurate control of laser intensity and frequency for quantum sensing and advanced timing applications.
• High-power photonics: Fiber-optic components, precision optics and coatings support the delivery and management of laser power in demanding optical systems.
• Advanced imaging: Optical design, specialist materials and coatings enable broadband and multi-band imaging for sensing and situational awareness.
• Rugged optical assemblies: Precision alignment and opto-mechanical engineering help preserve performance under shock, vibration and temperature changes.

Combining component expertise with system design and manufacturing knowledge, G&H helps customers address performance, reliability and size, weight and power requirements as technologies progress towards deployment.