Theory for the Geometrical Optics Interface
The Geometrical Optics Interface
theory is described in this section. The following sections are listed in the order in which they appear:
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Note on Sign Conventions
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The Electromagnetic Wave Equation
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Introduction to Geometrical Optics
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Optical Dispersion Models
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Thermo-Optic Dispersion Models
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Optical Attenuation Models
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Initial Conditions: Position
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Initial Conditions: Direction
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Initial Conditions: Wavelength or Frequency
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Blackbody Radiation Theory
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Gaussian Beam Theory
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Material Discontinuity Theory
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The Fresnel Equations
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Intensity, Wavefront Curvature, and Polarization
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Wavefront Curvature Calculation in Graded Media
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Refraction in Strongly Absorbing Media
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Attenuation Within Domains
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Ray Termination Theory
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Illuminated Surface Theory
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Theory of Mueller Matrices and Optical Components
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Thin Dielectric Film Theory
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Diffraction Grating Theory
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Ideal Lens Theory
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Surface Scattering Theory
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Volumetric Scattering Theory
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Interference Pattern Theory
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Monochromatic Aberrations and the Zernike Polynomials
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Accumulator Theory: Domains
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Accumulator Theory: Boundaries
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References for the Geometrical Optics Interface