Optical vortex generation by three plane wave interference

In this paper the generation of optical vortices by three plane waves interference is studied. The necessary conditions for such process are derived and the net structure of optical vortices generated in this way is analyzed. The results are verified experimentally.

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Published in:Optics communications 2001-10, Vol.198 (1), p.21-27
Main Authors: Masajada, Jan, Dubik, Bogusława
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Exact sciences and technology
Fundamental areas of phenomenology (including applications)
Interference
Optical vortex
Optics
Phase singularities
Physics
Wave optics
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Summary:In this paper the generation of optical vortices by three plane waves interference is studied. The necessary conditions for such process are derived and the net structure of optical vortices generated in this way is analyzed. The results are verified experimentally.
ISSN:0030-4018
1873-0310
DOI:10.1016/S0030-4018(01)01499-7