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Publications [#280329] of David J. Brady

Papers Published

  1. Tumbar, R; Marks, DL; Brady, DJ, Robust, common path, phase shifting interferometer and optical profilometer., Applied Optics, vol. 47 no. 10 (April, 2008), pp. B32-B43, ISSN 1559-128X [doi]
    (last updated on 2023/06/01)

    Abstract:
    We describe an improved implementation of our previously reported common-path, phase shifting, and shearing interferometer. Using a time-multiplexed phase shifting scheme, we demonstrate higher sampling resolution, better light sensitivity, and use of arbitrary phase shifting algorithms. We describe microscopic imaging of the surface profile of a copper-plated silicon wafer and demonstrate that the system is vibration insensitive with approximately lambda/100 repeatability. In a more general discussion of our method, we describe the different functional elements and suggest alternative designs and improvements. Possible uses include full-field coherent imaging and high dynamic range wavefront sensing, which we briefly discuss.