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Wavenumber : Understanding the Heartbeat of Light Waves
Whether a physics student, a science enthusiast, or even an engineer who deals with light, one definetely would have heard the word “wavenumber” being mentioned once in his way. But what does that term mean, and why should one take an interest in it? It is time to delve deep into this mystery idea, dig up the importance it carries, and find out why it
Brewster’s Angle : The Key to Control Light Reflections
If ever reflection and polarization of light puzzled you, you probably have heard something about Brewster’s angle. In fact, such an interesting optical effect has found broad application in quite
Numerical Aperture: Key Concepts, Importance and Applications
Understanding Numerical Aperture (NA) is crucially important in optical systems where precision and clarity matter. The performance and quality of lenses, microscopes, and fiber optics depend hugely on numerical aperture,
Fresnel Reflection: How Light Interacts with Surfaces
Ever wondered why a lake appears so much darker when viewed directly but then changes into a mirror at a shallow angle, or why shiny surfaces happen to be so
Greek Alphabet in Photonics
The Greek alphabet is conventionally used in photonics to represent multiple physical quantities, variables and constants. Greek letters represent an internationally comprehended language in which many important physical quantities and
What is Photonics?
Have you ever held a smartphone, browsed the internet, or video-called your friend from the other part of the world? All these everyday activities depend on a magical science called
What is a Photon?
Just think about a sunny day outside, where the heat of the sun touches your skin. Actually, you are being bombarded by billions of tiny particles called photons streaming from
What is Mode Field Diameter in Optical Fibers?
Within optical fiber technology, the Mode Field Diameter (MF) is the term used to define the effective width size of the light-carrying core in single-mode fiber. While in multimode fibers
V number in Optical Fibers
The article presents the value of the V parameter, its origin, and its main applications in a manner that is easy to comprehend for the understaning of this important feature of fiber optics.
Converting dB to Percentage and vice versa: Importance in Laser Systems and General Applications
Learn how to easily convert decibels to percentages and vice versa, a crucial tool for laser system performance and general optics applications.
Snell’s Law: Why Light Bends and How We Can Predict It
Uncover Snell’s law and understand how light bends through different materials, influencing optical lenses, fiber optics, and enhancing our understanding of the natural world.
Industry Applications of Laser Diode Drivers
This article explores laser diode drivers, crucial in photonics for precise control in telecommunications, medical diagnostics, and manufacturing applications.