Birefringence-induced losses in interferometers

Simple, adjustable beam splitting element for differential interferometers based on photoelastic birefringence of a prismatic bar

We examine the prototypical Toepler optical arrangement for the visualization of phase objects and consider the effect of different contrast elements placed at the focus of the source. In particular, Wollaston prism beam splitting elements based on the crystallographic birefringence of calcite or quartz find application in differential interferometry systems based on the Toepler arrangement. Th...

Thermal-birefringence-induced depolarization in Nd:YAG ceramics.

The thermal-birefringence effect in Nd(3+) -doped YAG ceramics has been investigated. The amount of depolarization induced by thermal birefringence in Nd:YAG ceramics is nearly the same as that in (111)-cut single crystals at the same Nd(3+) concentration. However, depolarization becomes larger as the Nd(3+) concentration increases, even at the same absorbed pump power.

improved laser induced birefringence in highly doped optical polymers

application of polymers in novel and advanced scientific technologies is increasingly expanding. in this regard, optical polymers among different materials have found a special and unique position. a novel dye doped polymer thin film was prepared by taking advantage of dye molecules' interaction with the host environment. this sample, like self-assembled structures, makes use of this inter...

Geometric phase via stress induced birefringence

Optical components exploiting Pancharatnam-Berry phase are implemented by harnessing laser induced stress birefringence. Beam converters for obtaining beams with orbital angular momentum are demonstrated in glass and crystalline materials using this technique.

Vibration induced phase noise in Mach-Zehnder atom interferometers