Dr. David V. Wick Profile

Dr. David V. Wick

Distinguished Member of Tech Staff at Sandia National Labs

SPIE Involvement:

Membership & Communities Committee | Audit Committee | Author

Area of Expertise:

Adaptive Optics , Imaging , Nonlinear Optics

Profile Summary

Dr. David Wick is currently a Business Development Specialist and former Distinguished Member of Technical Staff at Sandia National Labs. He spent 17 years as an optical engineer in the Integrated Military Systems at Sandia and at the Directed Energy Directorate, Air Force Research Lab. His interests include the integration of active or adaptive optics (variable focal length lenses, liquid crystal spatial light modulators, and MEMS deformable mirrors) into conventional imaging systems in order to improve performance and reduce size, weight, and power requirements. He has 20 years experience in R&D and business development, working in applications including wavefront control/correction, phase conjugation, beam steering, and optical correlation. He has over 50 technical articles and 3 patents. Dr. Wick received a B.S. degree with honors in Physics from New Mexico State University and his M.S. and Ph.D. in Optical Sciences from the University of Arizona.

Publications (35)

Proceedings Article | 30 May 2013 Paper

Paper

Large-aperture active optical carbon fiber reinforced polymer mirror

Matthew E. Jungwirth, Christopher Wilcox, David Wick, Michael Baker, Clinton Hobart, Jared Milinazzo, Joseph Robichaud, Robert Romeo, Robert Martin, Jerome Ballesta, Emeric Lavergne, Eustace Dereniak

Proceedings Volume 8725, 87250W (2013) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2020722

KEYWORDS: Mirrors, Monochromatic aberrations, Photovoltaics, Actuators, Active optics, Carbon, Disk lasers, Finite element methods, Fiber reinforced polymers, Wavefronts

Read Abstract +

SPIE Journal Paper | 2 August 2012

Theory and tradespace analysis of a reflective axial adaptive optical zoom system

Matthew Jungwirth, David Wick, Eustace Dereniak

OE, Vol. 51, Issue 8, 083001, (August 2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.OE.51.8.083001

KEYWORDS: Zoom lenses, Optical components, Adaptive optics, Reflectivity, Optical design, Mirrors, Optical instrument design, Telescopes, Analytical research, Zemax

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 3 May 2012 Paper

Paper

Closed-loop performance of an actuated deformable carbon fiber reinforced polymer mirror

Christopher Wilcox, Matthew E. Jungwirth, David Wick, Michael Baker, Clinton Hobart, Robert Romeo, Robert Martin

Proceedings Volume 8373, 83730S (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.920193

KEYWORDS: Mirrors, Actuators, Carbon, Fiber reinforced polymers, Deformable mirrors, Zoom lenses, Wavefront sensors, Prototyping, Optical components, Adaptive optics

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 3 May 2012 Paper

Paper

Theory and design of a MEMS-enabled diffraction limited adaptive optical zoom system

Matthew Jungwirth, David Wick, Eustace Dereniak

Proceedings Volume 8373, 83730T (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.917841

KEYWORDS: Zoom lenses, Microelectromechanical systems, Diffraction, Adaptive optics, Optical components, Mirrors, Wavefronts, Optical design, Wavefront sensors, Deformable mirrors

Read Abstract +

SPIE Journal Paper | 27 February 2012

Iris imaging system with adaptive optical elements

Junoh Choi, Kevin Dixon, David Wick, Brett Bagwell, Grant Soehnel, Brian Clark

JEI, Vol. 21, Issue 1, 013004, (February 2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.JEI.21.1.013004

KEYWORDS: Iris recognition, Imaging systems, Optical components, Image quality, Mirrors, Eye, Image resolution, Detection and tracking algorithms, Optical design, Image quality standards

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 16 February 2012 Paper

Paper

Design and verification of a finite element model for a thin-shelled composite mirror for use with MEMS active optics

Christopher Wilcox, Michael Baker, David Wick, Robert Romeo, Robert Martin, Brian Clark, Nicole Breivik, Brad Boyce

Proceedings Volume 8253, 82530B (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.910928

KEYWORDS: Mirrors, Finite element methods, Deformable mirrors, Prototyping, Composites, Microelectromechanical systems, Active optics, Zoom lenses, Monochromatic aberrations, Actuators

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 13 May 2011 Paper

Paper

Actuation for deformable thin-shelled composite mirrors

Christopher Wilcox, David Wick, Grant Soehnel, Brett Bagwell, Robert Romeo, Robert Martin, Michael Baker, Nicole Breivik, Brad Boyce, Ty Martinez, Sergio Restaino

Proceedings Volume 8031, 80310N (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.885542

KEYWORDS: Mirrors, Deformable mirrors, Zoom lenses, Prototyping, Space telescopes, Telescopes, Adaptive optics, Composites, Interferometers, Glasses

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 5 May 2009 Paper

Paper

Optical requirements with turbulence correction for long-range biometrics

Junoh Choi, Grant Soehnel, Brett Bagwell, Kevin Dixon, David Wick

Proceedings Volume 7306, 730622 (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.828558

KEYWORDS: Iris recognition, Iris, Turbulence, Imaging systems, Diffraction, Point spread functions, Wavefronts, Image quality, Image resolution, Atmospheric propagation

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 23 July 2008 Paper

Paper

Meter class carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) telescope program at the Naval Research Laboratory

Sergio Restaino, Ty Martinez, Jonathan Andrews, Christopher Wilcox, Freddie Santiago, S. Teare, Robert Romeo, Robert Martin, D. Wick

Proceedings Volume 7018, 70183C (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.789549

KEYWORDS: Telescopes, Adaptive optics, Carbon, Analytical research, Mirrors, Prototyping, Fiber reinforced polymers, Interferometers, Optical instrument design, Electronics

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 23 July 2008 Paper

Paper

Prototype 0.4 meter carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) telescope: specifications and initial testing

Jonathan Andrews, Sergio Restaino, Ty Martinez, Christopher Wilcox, Freddie Santiago, S. Teare, Robert Romeo, Robert Martin, D. Wick

Proceedings Volume 7018, 70184D (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.789517

KEYWORDS: Telescopes, Prototyping, Composites, Mirrors, Carbon, Fiber reinforced polymers, Optics manufacturing, Interferometers, Optical fabrication, Optical testing

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 8 February 2008 Paper

Paper

Performance of a MEMS reflective wavefront sensor

Jonathan Andrews, Scott Teare, Sergio Restaino, Ty Martinez, Christopher Wilcox, David Wick, William Cowan, Olga Spahn, Brett Bagwell

Proceedings Volume 6888, 68880C (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.763866

KEYWORDS: Mirrors, Wavefront sensors, Actuators, Microelectromechanical systems, Reflectivity, Image segmentation, Adaptive optics, Deformable mirrors, Cameras, Telescopes

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 27 September 2007 Paper

Paper

Open-loop performance of a MEMS reflective wavefront sensor

Jonathan Andrews, Scott Teare, Sergio Restaino, David Wick, Christopher Wilcox, Ty Martinez

Proceedings Volume 6711, 67110E (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.740322

KEYWORDS: Mirrors, Microelectromechanical systems, Wavefront sensors, Actuators, Adaptive optics, Reflectivity, Deformable mirrors, Cameras, Telescopes, Analytical research

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 14 February 2007 Paper

Paper

Active zoom imaging for operationally responsive space

Brett Bagwell, David Wick, William Cowan, Olga Blum Spahn, William Sweatt, Ty Martinez, Sergio Restaino, Jonathan Andrews, Christopher Wilcox, Don Payne, Robert Romeo

Proceedings Volume 6467, 64670D (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.706820

KEYWORDS: Mirrors, Active optics, Zoom lenses, Microelectromechanical systems, Imaging systems, Micromirrors, Actuators, Telescopes, Wavefronts, Space operations

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 9 February 2007 Paper

Paper

MEMS reflective wavefront sensor

Jonathan Andrews, Scott Teare, Sergio Restaino, David Wick, Christopher Wilcox, Ty Martinez, Don Payne

Proceedings Volume 6467, 64670A (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.702890

KEYWORDS: Mirrors, Microelectromechanical systems, Wavefront sensors, Deformable mirrors, Actuators, Adaptive optics, Wavefronts, Reflectivity, Collimation, Analytical research

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 7 September 2006 Paper

Paper

Active optical zoom for space-based imaging

David Wick, Brett Bagwell, William Sweatt, Gary Peterson, Ty Martinez, Sergio Restaino, Jonathan Andrews, Christopher Wilcox, Don Payne, Robert Romeo

Proceedings Volume 6307, 63070A (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.696346

KEYWORDS: Mirrors, Zoom lenses, Active optics, Disk lasers, Imaging systems, Optical components, Telescopes, Sensors, Adaptive optics, Space telescopes

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 5 September 2006 Paper

Paper

Liquid crystal based active optics

Brett Bagwell, David Wick, Robert Batchko, Justin Mansell, Ty Martinez, Sergio Restaino, Don Payne, Jamie Harriman, Steve Serati, Gary Sharp, Jim Schwiegerling

Proceedings Volume 6289, 628908 (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.694891

KEYWORDS: Liquid crystals, Lenses, Active optics, Imaging systems, Spatial light modulators, Electrodes, Wavefronts, Molecules, Bandpass filters, Electronics

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 4 August 2006 Paper

Paper

Wavefront correction using micromirror arrays: comparing the efficacy of tip-tilt-piston and piston-only micromirror arrays

William Sweatt, Olga Spahn, William Cowan, David Wick

Proceedings Volume 6342, 634207 (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.692194

KEYWORDS: Micromirrors, Wavefronts, Turbulence, Mirrors, Telescopes, Actuators, Monochromatic aberrations, Astronomical telescopes, Spherical lenses, Optical design

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 23 February 2006 Paper

Paper

Transmissive spatial light modulators with high figure-of-merit liquid crystals for foveated imaging applications

Jamie Harriman, Sebastian Gauza, Shin-Tson Wu, David Wick, Brett Bagwell, Ty Martinez, Don Payne, Steven Serati

Proceedings Volume 6135, 61350C (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.663470

KEYWORDS: Spatial light modulators, Liquid crystals, Imaging systems, Birefringence, Modulators, Modulation, Phase shift keying, Fluorine, Diffraction, Reflectivity

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 23 January 2006 Paper

Paper

MEMs based adaptive optics systems: the Naval Research Laboratory Program

Sergio Restaino, Jonathan Andrews, Ty Martinez, Don Payne, Dave Wick, Christopher Wilcox

Proceedings Volume 6113, 61130E (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.649286

KEYWORDS: Microelectromechanical systems, Adaptive optics, Actuators, Mirrors, Imaging systems, Zoom lenses, Analytical research, Wavefronts, Atmospheric corrections

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 13 September 2005 Paper

Paper

Optical testbed for comparative analysis of wavefront sensors

Jonathan Andrews, Scott Teare, Sergio Restaino, Christopher Wilcox, David Wick, Hai Xiao, Jim Schwiegerling

Proceedings Volume 5892, 589221 (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.649559

KEYWORDS: Wavefront sensors, Spatial light modulators, Optical testing, Wavefronts, Interferometers, Cameras, Analytical research, Deformable mirrors, Imaging systems, Liquid crystals

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 26 August 2005 Paper

Paper

Wide field-of-view imaging system using a liquid crystal spatial light modulator

George Curatu, David Wick, Don Payne, Ty Martinez, Jamie Harriman, James Harvey

Proceedings Volume 5874, 587408 (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.619257

KEYWORDS: Spatial light modulators, Imaging systems, Liquid crystals, Wavefronts, Lenses, Optical design, Reflectivity, Prototyping, Computer simulations, Human vision and color perception

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 25 May 2005 Paper

Paper

Active optical zoom for laser communication

Ty Martinez, David Wick, Don Payne, Sergio Restaino

Proceedings Volume 5793, (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.603693

KEYWORDS: Active optics, Zoom lenses, Telecommunications, Optical components, Imaging systems, Laser communications, Spatial light modulators, Laser systems engineering, Receivers, Optical design

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 19 May 2005 Paper

Paper

Active optical zoom system

David Wick, Ty Martinez, Don Payne, William Sweatt, Sergio Restaino

Proceedings Volume 5798, (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.603475

KEYWORDS: Zoom lenses, Active optics, Mirrors, Optical components, Imaging systems, Optical design, Spatial light modulators, Lenses, Liquid crystals, Cameras

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 19 May 2005 Paper

Paper

Large dynamic range wavefront control of micromachined deformable membrane mirrors

David Wick, Don Payne, Ty Martinez, Sergio Restaino

Proceedings Volume 5798, (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.603526

KEYWORDS: Mirrors, Wavefronts, Adaptive optics, Micromachined deformable membrane mirrors, Imaging systems, Active optics, Michelson interferometers, Integrated optics, Zoom lenses, Analytical research

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 20 October 2004 Paper

Paper

Use of two deformable mirrors AO system for an interferometric testbed

Sergio Restaino, David Wick, Ty Martinez, Don Payne, G. Gilbreath

Proceedings Volume 5491, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.548605

KEYWORDS: Adaptive optics, Wavefront sensors, Deformable mirrors, Wavefronts, Mirrors, Scintillation, Telescopes, Cameras, Space telescopes, Imaging systems

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 2 February 2004 Paper

Paper

Non-mechanical zoom system

Ty Martinez, David Wick, Don Payne, Jeffrey Baker, Sergio Restaino

Proceedings Volume 5234, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.510373

KEYWORDS: Zoom lenses, Spatial light modulators, Imaging systems, Active optics, Optical components, Lenses, Wavefronts, Liquid crystals, Analytical research, Cameras

Read Abstract +

SPIE Journal Paper | 1 January 2004

Adaptive optical zoom

David Wick, Ty Martinez

OE, Vol. 43, Issue 01, (January 2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.1633570

KEYWORDS: Zoom lenses, Active optics, Adaptive optics, Optical components, Spatial light modulators, Imaging systems, Lenses, Optical design, Liquid crystals, Deformable mirrors

Proceedings Article | 17 July 2002 Paper

Paper

Wide-field-of-view foveated imaging system using a liquid crystal spatial light modulator

David Wick, Ty Martinez, Jeffrey Baker, Don Payne, Bradley Stone, Sergio Restaino

Proceedings Volume 4715, (2002) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.474470

KEYWORDS: Imaging systems, Spatial light modulators, Liquid crystals, Data transmission, Image compression, Eye, Spatial resolution, Surveillance, Adaptive optics, Unmanned vehicles

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 1 February 2002 Paper

Paper

Use of accelerometers to reduce dynamic range requirements in an adaptive optics system

Jeffrey Baker, Ty Martinez, Sergio Restaino, David Wick, Don Payne, Galen Gisler, Jeffrey Friedman

Proceedings Volume 4493, (2002) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.454714

KEYWORDS: Adaptive optics, Telescopes, Optical tracking, Mirrors, Ocean optics, Atmospheric optics, Astronomical imaging, Astronomy, Mirror mounts, Control systems

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 3 November 1999 Paper

Paper

Holographic compensation of severe dynamic aberrations in membrane-mirror-based telescope systems

Mark Gruneisen, Ty Martinez, David Wick, James Wilkes, Jeffrey Baker, Isabelle Percheron

Proceedings Volume 3760, (1999) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.367589

KEYWORDS: Mirrors, Optically addressed spatial light modulators, Diffraction, Holograms, Telescopes, Holography, Wavefronts, Cameras, Modulation, Collimation

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 20 October 1998 Paper

Paper

Correction of large dynamic aberrations by real-time holography using electro-optical devices and nonlinear optical media

Mark Gruneisen, David Wick, Ty Martinez, James Wilkes

Proceedings Volume 3432, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.327979

KEYWORDS: Optically addressed spatial light modulators, Liquid crystals, Diffraction, Holograms, Mirrors, Wavefronts, Photoresistors, Molecules, Holography, Telescopes

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 14 October 1998 Paper

Paper

Development of a novel liquid crystal spatial light modulator for real-time holography

David Wick, Ty Martinez, James Wilkes, Mark Gruneisen

Proceedings Volume 3475, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.326907

KEYWORDS: Optically addressed spatial light modulators, Liquid crystals, Diffraction, Molecules, Diffraction gratings, Holography, Mirrors, Polarization, Spatial frequencies, Ferroelectric LCDs

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 7 July 1998 Paper

Paper

Quantum theory of spontaneous emission from microcavities

Mackillo Kira, Frank Jahnke, Stephan Koch, Jill Berger, David Wick, Thomas Nelson, Galina Khitrova, Hyatt Gibbs

Proceedings Volume 3283, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.316685

KEYWORDS: Luminescence, Quantum wells, Optical microcavities, Photons, Semiconductors, Absorption, Excitons, Electrons, Quantum physics, Solids

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 7 July 1998 Paper

Paper

From normal-mode coupling to lasing: photoluminescence from a semiconductor microcavity

Hyatt Gibbs, Claudia Ell, Galina Khitrova, David Wick, Jill Berger, Thomas Nelson, Mackillo Kira, Frank Jahnke, Stephan Koch

Proceedings Volume 3283, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.316667

KEYWORDS: Optical microcavities, Excitons, Luminescence, Polaritons, Semiconductors, Quantum wells, Absorption, Fermions, Materials science

Read Abstract +

Proceedings Article | 1 May 1996 Paper

Paper

Semiconductor microcavities in the strong coupling regime

David Wick, Thomas Nelson, Eric Lindmark, Hyatt Gibbs, Galina Khitrova, Kuochou Tai

Proceedings Volume 2693, (1996) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.238950

KEYWORDS: Quantum wells, Optical microcavities, Absorption, Mirrors, Excitons, Gallium arsenide, Oscillators, Semiconductors, Reflectivity, Bistability

Read Abstract +

Showing 5 of 35 publications

Conference Committee Involvement (23)

PW 2015 - Partners in Photonics: How small technology businesses can expand their capabilities with strategic partnerships

10 February 2015 |

Photonics West 2014 - Tech Transfer Showcase

6 February 2014 |

Micro- and Nanotechnology Sensors, Systems, and Applications III

25 April 2011 | Orlando, Florida, United States

SPIE DSS - Micro- and Nanotechnology Sensors, Systems, and Applications III

25 April 2011 |

Micro- and Nanotechnology Sensors, Systems, and Applications II

5 April 2010 | Orlando, Florida, United States

SPIE DSS - Micro- and Nanotechnology Sensors, Systems, and Applications II

5 April 2010 |

Optical Materials and Structures Technologies IV

2 August 2009 | San Diego, California, United States

SPIE O&P - Optical Materials and Structures Technologies IV

2 August 2009 |

Micro- and Nanotechnology Sensors, Systems, and Applications

15 April 2009 | Orlando, Florida, United States

SPIE DSS - Micro- and Nanotechnology Sensors, Systems, and Applications

13 April 2009 |

Optical System Alignment and Tolerancing II

10 August 2008 | San Diego, California, United States

SPIE - O&P Optical System Alignment and Tolerancing II

10 August 2008 |

Micro (MEMS) and Nanotechnologies for Space, Defense, and Security II

18 March 2008 | Orlando, Florida, United States

SPIE DSS - Micro (MEMS) and Nanotechnologies for Space, Defense, and Security II

17 March 2008 |

SPIE O&P - Optical System Alignment and Tolerancing

27 August 2007 |

SPIE O&P - Optical Materials and Structures Technologies III

27 August 2007 |

Optical Materials and Structures Technologies III

26 August 2007 | San Diego, California, United States

Optical System Alignment and Tolerancing

26 August 2007 | San Diego, California, United States

IEEE - Aerospace Conference

4 March 2007 |

Micro (MEMS) and Nanotechnologies for Space Applications

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

SPIE DSS - Micro (MEMS) and Nanotechnologies for Space Applications

17 April 2006 |

IEEE - Aerospace Conference

5 March 2006 |

SPIE DSS - Micro (MEMS) and Nanotechnologies for Space Applications

11 April 2005 |

Showing 5 of 23 Conference Committees

SIGN IN TO:

View contact details

UPDATE YOUR PROFILE

Is this your profile? Update it now.

Sign into your SPIE.org account

Don’t have a profile and want one?

Create an account on SPIE.org

Advertisement

Advertisement