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Workflow for modeling of generalized mid-spatial frequency errors in optical systems

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: We propose a workflow for modeling generalized mid-spatial frequency (MSF) errors in optical imaging systems. This workflow enables the classification of MSF distributions, filtering of bandlimited signatures, propagation of MSF errors to the exit pupil, and performance predictions that differentiate performance impacts due to the MSF distributions. We demonstrate the workflow by modeling the performance impacts of MSF errors for both transmissive and reflective imaging systems with near-diffraction-limited performance.

Source: Optics Express

DOI: 10.1364/oe.511349

Authors: Luke A. DeMars, Aaron Bauer, Bryan D. Stone, Jannick P. Rolland, Thomas J. Suleski

Institutions: University of Rochester, Synopsys (United States)

Language: English

Topic: Advanced optical system design

Subfield: Biomedical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,270

Funder: National Science Foundation