October 4 - 5, 2023The University of Alabama in Huntsville Join us for the HEL Optics Metrology Workshop at UAH. Connect with fellow stakeholders in the optics for HEL (High-Energy Laser) community and contribute to the advancement of metrology processes and technologies. Together, we will focus on optimizing the deployment of HEL Defense Weapon Systems to achieve a new level of effectiveness. Participants will earn 1.4 CEUs (14 professional development hours). Workshop Goals: Survey the current landscape: Examine the current state of the HEL Optics Metrology Enterprise from substrate generation, to surface figuring, to coating. Identify improvement opportunities: Pinpoint areas that demand improvements and discuss possible solutions. Forge a unified path: Devise strategies to develop a common path that spans across DoD, government labs, industry and academia. Progress together: Collaborate with stakeholders and explore opportunities to join forces to drive common goals. Workshop Details Registration Agenda Venues + Location Hotel Security Information Call for Presentations Attention Attendees must be U.S. citizens employed by the DoD or its contractors. Registration Industry and Academic $170Includes workshop, $50 dining card, and reception. Government and UAH FREEEnter the provided promo code at registration. Includes workshop and reception. Register NOW Security Information The 2023 HEL Optics Metrology Workshop presentations and discussions will include Limited Distribution D information. This restricts participation in the workshop to U.S. citizens who are employees of the Department of Defense or its contractors. Learn More If you are unable to access the linked PDF, email james.hadaway@uah.edu to request the document be emailed to you. Venues + Location Charger Union Theater Workshop Panels & Presentations October 4 & 5, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Charger Union Theater4705 Holmes Ave Huntsville, AL 35899 Directions UAH Student Services Building Reception October 4, 5:00 - 7:00 pm UAH Student Services Building1201 John Wright Drive Huntsville, AL 35899 Directions View the Interactive UAH Campus Map Parking Information Parking is available free of charge for your convenience. Intermodal Parking Facility Parking Intermodal Parking Facility507 John Wright Dr NW Huntsville, AL 35805 University Fitness Center(across the street from the Intermodal Facility). Directions Hotel Government employees are encouraged to take advantage of special government rates at participating hotels. We recommend the following hotels located near the UAH campus. Hilton Garden Inn Space Center 4801 Governors House Dr SW | Huntsville, AL Book Your Room Holiday Inn Express & Suites Huntsville - Space Center 5101 Governors House Dr SW | Huntsville, AL Book Your Room Huntsville Mariott at the Space & Rocket Center 5 Tranquility Base | Huntsville, AL 35805 Book Your Room Presentation Release Form Authorization is required for presentations to be given at the 2023 HEL Optics Metrology Workshop. All presentations must have an authorized distribution statement and appropriate release signatures. For further information about limited distribution statements, see DoD Directive 5230.24. Learn More If you are unable to access the linked PDF, email james.hadaway@uah.edu to request the document be emailed to you. Attendee Information All you need to know for the 2023 HEL Optics Metrology Workshop. Learn More If you are unable to access the linked PDF, email james.hadaway@uah.edu to request the document be emailed to you. Agenda Agenda draft update now available. Agenda subject to change. Learn More If you are unable to access the linked PDF, email james.hadaway@uah.edu to request the document be emailed to you. Speakers Hear from subject-matter experts. Learn More If you are unable to access the linked PDF, email james.hadaway@uah.edu to request the document be emailed to you.