Gaussian beams
Gaussian beams Theory and measurements
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Gaussian beams
Gaussian beams Theory and measurements

Authors : Christophe LABBÉ, Benoît PLANCOULAINE

Publication date: January 10, 2022 | Lire en français

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1. Gaussian beams

1.1 Light rays and beams

This first section introduces the concept of rays, adapted to high-frequency light signals. The rays are then assembled into light beams by means of optical devices.

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1.1.1 Light ray tracing

Light waves are modeled according to the laws of electrodynamics, and their propagation can be explained using Maxwell's equations

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