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VOL. 42 · NO. 3 | March 2003
CONTENTS
IN THIS ISSUE
Editorial (1)
OE Letters (2)
BEAMSPLITTERS (1)
BEAM DEFLECTORS (2)
COLOR PRINTERS (1)
COMPUTER VISION (1)
EDGE DETECTION (1)
ELECTRON HOLOGRAPHY (1)
FIBER SENSORS (4)
FOCAL PLANE ARRAYS (1)
GAUSSIAN BEAMS (1)
GRADIENT OPTICS (1)
Image Processing (1)
INFRARED SENSORS (1)
LASER AMPLIFIERS (1)
LASER DOPPLER VIBROMETERS (1)
LASER RANGE-GATED IMAGING (1)
OPTICAL CORRELATORS (1)
OPTICAL DESIGN (1)
OPTICAL FILTERS (1)
OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES (1)
OPTOELECTRONICS (5)
PATTERN RECOGNITION (2)
PROFILOMETRY (1)
PROJECTION DISPLAYS (2)
READABILITY (1)
REFRACTOMETRY (1)
ULTRAFAST OPTICS (1)
WAVELENGTH DIVISION MULTIPLEXING (3)
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Editorial
Setting Tolerances
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1562173
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OE Letters
Video shot boundary detection using relative difference between frames
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1547771
TOPICS: Video, Video compression, Telecommunications, Electronics engineering, Instrumentation engineering, Cameras
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Multimode-interference-type thermo-optic variable optical attenuator with a response frequency of 10 kHz
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1547772
TOPICS: Signal attenuation, Waveguides, Thermal optics, Variable optical attenuators, Silicon, Interfaces, Wave propagation, Single mode fibers, Beam propagation method, Geometrical optics
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BEAMSPLITTERS
Beamsplitter testing using the photorefractive effect
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1544477
TOPICS: Beam splitters, Diffraction, Crystals, Laser crystals, Modulation, Glasses, Photorefraction, Bismuth, Calibration, Two wave mixing
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BEAM DEFLECTORS
Intensity variations using a quantized spatial light modulator for nonmechanical beam steering
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1543175
TOPICS: Spatial light modulators, Diffraction, Diffraction gratings, Beam steering, Phase modulation, Phase shift keying, Liquid crystals, Binary data, Quantization, Reflection
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Polymer-based thermo-optic waveguide beam deflector with novel dual folded-thin-strip heating electrodes
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1534594
TOPICS: Electrodes, Thermal optics, Waveguides, Polymers, Polymer multimode waveguides, Switching, Refractive index, Prisms, Modulation, Reliability
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COLOR PRINTERS
Practical algorithm for the inversion of an experimental input-output color map for color correction
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1544483
TOPICS: Printing, Color and brightness control algorithms, Optimization (mathematics), Optical engineering, Detection and tracking algorithms, Iterative methods, Error analysis, Computer simulations, Roads, Digital video discs
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COMPUTER VISION
Three-dimensional shape recovery across two views using approximate geometric constraints
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1539861
TOPICS: 3D modeling, 3D image processing, Optical engineering, Corner detection, Visual process modeling, Detection and tracking algorithms, Statistical modeling, Receivers, Visualization, Computer science
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EDGE DETECTION
Analysis and implementation of an efficient edge detection algorithm
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1543564
TOPICS: Signal to noise ratio, Digital filtering, Image filtering, Bandpass filters, Electronic filtering, Optical filters, Edge detection, Detection and tracking algorithms, Gaussian filters, Optical engineering
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ELECTRON HOLOGRAPHY
Digital holographic aberration compensation in electron holography
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1544474
TOPICS: Holography, Holograms, Digital holography, 3D image reconstruction, Wavefronts, Monochromatic aberrations, Image transmission, Objectives, Particles, Electron microscopes
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FIBER SENSORS
Thermochromic-effect-based temperature optical fiber sensor for underwater applications
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1541620
TOPICS: Sensors, Fiber optics sensors, Optical fibers, Humidity, Temperature sensors, Temperature metrology, Environmental sensing, Ocean optics, Absorbance, CMOS sensors
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Measurement of dynamic deformations using a path-unbalance Michelson-interferometer-based optical fiber sensing device
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1543563
TOPICS: Sensors, Modulation, Optical fibers, Frequency modulation, Demodulation, Fiber optics sensors, Reflectivity, Signal detection, Optical sensing, Interferometers
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Fiber optic off-focus sensor for surface topography measurement
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1539052
TOPICS: Fiber optics sensors, Sensors, Fiber optics, Distance measurement, Fiber optics tests, Charge-coupled devices, CCD image sensors, Reflection, Fiber couplers, 3D image reconstruction
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Investigation on the optical properties of side-polished fiber contacted with planar waveguide including a thin metal film
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1539862
TOPICS: Metals, Refractive index, Polarization, Thin films, Optical properties, Planar waveguides, Structured optical fibers, Fiber couplers, Polymers, Polishing
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FOCAL PLANE ARRAYS
Etching electrode method in loophole technology
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1539517
TOPICS: Sensors, Electrodes, Etching, Diodes, Mercury cadmium telluride, Chemical elements, Corrosion, Metals, Resistance, Quantum efficiency
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GAUSSIAN BEAMS
Near-field diffraction characteristics of a time-dependent Gaussian-shaped pulsed beam from a circular aperture
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1539518
TOPICS: Diffraction, Near field diffraction, Near field, Distortion, Optical engineering, Image quality, Near field optics, Gaussian beams, Far-field diffraction, Bessel functions
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GRADIENT OPTICS
Aberration measurements and birefringence effects in gradient index rod relays
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1539860
TOPICS: Birefringence, GRIN lenses, Polarization, Relays, Visibility, Gradient-index optics, Wavefronts, Optical components, Interferometers, Refractive index
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Image Processing
Efficient gamut clipping for color image processing using LHS and YIQ
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1544479
TOPICS: RGB color model, Color image processing, Image processing, Optical engineering, CRTs, Televisions, Colorimetry, Computing systems, Printing, Image enhancement
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INFRARED SENSORS
Alternative measurement techniques for infrared sensor performance
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1541000
TOPICS: Cameras, Minimum resolvable temperature difference, Collimators, Zoom lenses, Infrared cameras, Modulation transfer functions, Spatial frequencies, Sensors, Target recognition, Infrared sensors
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LASER AMPLIFIERS
Design and performance of prototype laser amplifiers for technical-integration-line facility
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1543176
TOPICS: Optical amplifiers, Prototyping, Energy efficiency, Amplifiers, Reflectors, Laser amplifiers, Laser beam diagnostics, Fusion energy, Glasses, Neodymium
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LASER DOPPLER VIBROMETERS
Continuous scanning laser Doppler vibrometer for mode shape analysis
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1533794
TOPICS: Mirrors, Shape analysis, Sensors, Doppler effect, Laser Doppler velocimetry, Modulation, Bragg cells, Optical engineering, Finite element methods, Mach-Zehnder interferometers
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LASER RANGE-GATED IMAGING
Impact of speckle on laser range-gated shortwave infrared imaging system target identification performance
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1543159
TOPICS: Speckle, Target recognition, Imaging systems, Sensors, Image processing, Speckle pattern, Modulation transfer functions, Cameras, Infrared imaging, Pulsed laser operation
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OPTICAL CORRELATORS
Spectral-hologram-based correlator for photonic IP router: architectural considerations
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1542591
TOPICS: Optical correlators, Holography, Holograms, Second-harmonic generation, Switches, Diffraction gratings, Fourier transforms, Wavelength division multiplexing, Collimation, Signal generators
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OPTICAL DESIGN
Assessment of a Wigner-distribution-function-based method to compute the polychromatic axial response given by an aberrated optical system
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1541003
TOPICS: Wigner distribution functions, Point spread functions, Computing systems, Numerical analysis, Imaging systems, Error analysis, Optical engineering, Monochromatic aberrations, Optical transfer functions, Visual optics
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OPTICAL FILTERS
Evaluation method of optical filters used in fluorescence detectors
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1540973
TOPICS: Optical filters, Luminescence, Mirrors, Transmittance, Sensors, Telescopes, Cameras, Absorption filters, Spectrophotometry, Polarization
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OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES
Design of praseodymium-doped optical waveguides
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1541622
TOPICS: Waveguides, Praseodymium, Channel waveguides, Solids, Optical amplifiers, Refractive index, Reflectivity, Mirrors, Fiber amplifiers, Wave propagation
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OPTOELECTRONICS
Investigation of optical interconnect receivers in standard micron and submicron MOS technology
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1543562
TOPICS: Optical amplifiers, Photonic integrated circuits, Photodiodes, PIN photodiodes, Receivers, Transistors, Optical interconnects, Molybdenum, Doping, Resistors
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Optical touch switch based on total internal reflection
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1544457
TOPICS: Switches, Prisms, Light emitting diodes, Reflection, Photodetectors, Optical fibers, Waveguides, Refractive index, Switching, Computer simulations
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Tapered waveguide with parabolic lens: theory and experiment
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1541621
TOPICS: Waveguides, Etching, Near field, Refractive index, Semiconductor lasers, Lens design, Wave propagation, Diodes, Waveguide lasers, Near field optics
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Semiconductor optical amplifier optical gate with graded strained bulk-like active structure
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1539053
TOPICS: Signal attenuation, Active optics, Semiconductor optical amplifiers, Polarization, Crystals, Electrons, Switching, Antireflective coatings, Optoelectronics, Semiconductors
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Thin film electro-optic modulator based on single crystal of N-(4-nitrophenyl)-(L)-prolinol (NPP) grown from melt by the modified Bridgman method
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1542595
TOPICS: Crystals, Polarizers, Thin films, Electrooptic modulators, Modulators, Solids, Electro optics, Dielectrics, Modulation, Refractive index
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PATTERN RECOGNITION
Invariant object recognition under three-dimensional rotations and changes of scale
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1543158
TOPICS: Distance measurement, Image segmentation, Sensors, Object recognition, Optimization (mathematics), Image classification, Databases, Optical engineering, Image processing, Detection and tracking algorithms
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Meteorological structures and pattern recognition: modal analysis of shapes extracted from satellite images
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1540972
TOPICS: Shape analysis, Meteorology, Satellites, Satellite imaging, Earth observing sensors, Clouds, Meteorological satellites, Optical engineering, Infrared imaging, Statistical analysis
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PROFILOMETRY
Spatial coherence radar applied for tilted surface profilometry
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1542893
TOPICS: Mirrors, Visibility, Spatial coherence, Spatial light modulators, Modulation, Coherence (optics), Optical engineering, Radar, Charge-coupled devices, Light
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PROJECTION DISPLAYS
Cathode ray tube addressed liquid crystal light valve projection display
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1542592
TOPICS: CRTs, Liquid crystals, LCDs, Light valves, YAG lasers, Projection systems, Photoresistors, Large screens, Displays, Glasses
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Contrast-improving methods for Digital Micromirror Device projectors
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1542594
TOPICS: Digital micromirror devices, Mirrors, Projection systems, Light scattering, Scattering, Prisms, Reflection, Optical engineering, Geometrical optics, Optical simulations
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READABILITY
Resolution requirements for alphanumeric readability
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1542892
TOPICS: Cameras, Sensors, Image resolution, Target recognition, CCD cameras, Optical character recognition, Imaging systems, Optical engineering, Infrared sensors, Forward looking infrared
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REFRACTOMETRY
Design of an optical probe based on angle scanning reflectometry near the critical angle
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1542593
TOPICS: Reflectivity, Refractive index, Mirrors, Optical design, Prototyping, Modulators, Reflectometry, Sensors, Absorption, Water
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ULTRAFAST OPTICS
Regenerative amplifier with continuously variable pulse duration used in an optical parametric chirped-pulse amplification laser system for synchronous pumping
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1540971
TOPICS: Optical amplifiers, Pulsed laser operation, Laser systems engineering, Picosecond phenomena, Polarizers, Oscillators, Mirrors, Nd:YAG lasers, Nonlinear crystals, Amplifiers
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WAVELENGTH DIVISION MULTIPLEXING
Applications of active arrayed-waveguide grating in future wavelength division multiplexing networks
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1541002
TOPICS: Dispersion, Waveguides, Beam propagation method, Holograms, Signal to noise ratio, Holography, Optical simulations, Stars, Wavelength division multiplexing networks, Wavelength division multiplexing
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Wavelength selector using dual-core fiber for dense wavelength division multiplexing networks
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1541001
TOPICS: Erbium, Refractive index, Wavelength division multiplexing, Dense wavelength division multiplexing, Networks, Optical fibers, Ions, Single mode fibers, Fiber Bragg gratings, Cladding
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Improved transmission performance by hybrid optical amplification in DWDM systems
Opt. Eng. 42(3), (1 March 2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/1.1543565
TOPICS: Optical amplifiers, Nonlinear optics, Dense wavelength division multiplexing, Fiber amplifiers, Raman spectroscopy, Interference (communication), Signal attenuation, Hybrid optics, Terahertz radiation, Signal to noise ratio
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