Fourier optics - 2f arrangement

The electric field distribution of light in a specific plane (object plane) is Fourier transformed into the 2 f configuration.

Tasks

Investigation of the Fourier transform by a convex lens for different diffraction objects in a 2 f setup.

What you can learn about

• Fourier transform
• Lenses
• Fraunhofer diffraction
• Index of refraction
• Huygens' principle