Abstract
The ultimate limitation of visible light high-dynamic-range imaging systems such as shaped pupil coronagraphs comes from scattering caused by imperfections in the optical surfaces of the collecting system, and from the non-uniform reflectivity of those surfaces. This paper focuses on the correction of these imperfections using two deformable mirrors in a zero path length difference Michelson interferometer. Simulations show the advantages and limitations of introducing such a device into a wavefront control loop. Laboratory work shows progres towards high resolution amplitude control.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | 92 |
Pages (from-to) | 545-553 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Proceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering |
Volume | 5490 |
Issue number | PART 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2004 |
Event | Advancements in Adaptive Optics - Glasgow, United Kingdom Duration: Jun 21 2004 → Jun 25 2004 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Computer Science Applications
- Applied Mathematics
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Keywords
- Apodization
- Michelson interferometer
- Spatial light modulator
- Wavefront control