Kinoform

A kinoform is a type of computer-generated converging lens that is able to efficiently focus light to a point. They typically use holography to reproduce the optical phase profile of a normal converging lens, albeit on a flat surface.

They can be used in areas such as focusing x-ray radiation, or in the study of nanomaterials. Diamond is often used in kinoform lenses as it has a high thermal conductivity. Higher chromatic aberration is a common drawback.

References

1 2 Jordan, J. A.; Hirsch, P. M.; Lesem, L. B.; Van Rooy, D. L. (1970-08-01). "Kinoform Lenses". Applied Optics. 9 (8): 1883. doi:10.1364/AO.9.001883. ISSN 0003-6935.
↑ "Optical performance of holographic kinoforms". Retrieved 12 August 2013.
↑ "A Kinoform's Best Friend: Diamond Refractive Lenses for Nanofocusing". Retrieved 12 August 2013.

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[q789-1] 1 2 Jordan, J. A.; Hirsch, P. M.; Lesem, L. B.; Van Rooy, D. L. (1970-08-01). "Kinoform Lenses". Applied Optics. 9 (8): 1883. doi:10.1364/AO.9.001883. ISSN 0003-6935.

[2] "Optical performance of holographic kinoforms". Retrieved 12 August 2013.

[3] "A Kinoform's Best Friend: Diamond Refractive Lenses for Nanofocusing". Retrieved 12 August 2013.

Kinoform

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