Event-locked Fourier spectroscopy (ELFS) allows one to use ordinary Fourier transform spectrometers that have continuously scanning interferometers to perform time-resolved or gated measurements. The method works as an add-on and leaves the spectrometer optics and electronics unmodified. It was developed by Henry Weidner as a major part of his PhD thesis at the University of Central Florida. A patent is pending. The technology has been licensed to Zaubertek, Inc. and is available commercially from this company. The history of its development can be seen in a final report to the Air Force Office of Scientific Research, who funded the development.