Advanced algorithms for monochromatic monitoring of complex optical coatings

The paper proposes to use combinations of two algorithms for the on-line prediction of the termination times of layer depositions in the case of complex optical coatings with large numbers of layers with significantly different layer thicknesses. Notch filters with very thin and thick coating layers...

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Published in:Applied optics (2004) 2023-10, Vol.62 (30), p.7904
Main Authors: Tikhonravov, A., Lagutin, Iu, Lagutina, A., Romanov, B., Yagola, A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Algorithms
Coatings
Error compensation
Notch filters
Optical coatings
Self compensation
Thickness
Thin films
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Summary:The paper proposes to use combinations of two algorithms for the on-line prediction of the termination times of layer depositions in the case of complex optical coatings with large numbers of layers with significantly different layer thicknesses. Notch filters with very thin and thick coating layers are considered as examples of coatings where such combinations of algorithms can be useful. Computational manufacturing experiments are used to estimate expected levels of thickness errors and the strength of the error self-compensation effect for various notch filter designs. It is shown that the estimates obtained can be used to select the optimal combination of the considered algorithms.
ISSN:1559-128X
2155-3165
DOI:10.1364/AO.501489