Module 4: Diffraction and gaussian beams

Syllabus Modules Schedule

Objective:

Students will study Fresnel diffraction theory in the paraxial approximation in the Fraunhofer limit.  They will examine the resolving power of optical instruments. Students will explore optical processing by a thin lens.  They will study the characteristics of Gaussian beams.

Web Material:

Diffraction theory

Diffraction

Fresnel Diffraction theory

Optical Processing

Additional Material:  Haus: Chapter 4

Gaussian beams

Gaussian beams and resonators

Additional Material:  Haus:  Chapter 5

Assignment:

Assignment 4