Polarization Resources

An Economical Means for Accurate Azimuthal Alignment of Polarization Optics

SummaryAccurate azimuthal alignment of polarization optics, such as polarizers and retarders, is crucial for many polarized light applications. This document…

6 months ago

Finding the Optimal Polarizer

SummaryThis document provides an in-depth overview of linear polarization, the types of linear polarizers, and the key specifications for selecting…

6 months ago

Extinction ratio measurements on high purity linear polarizers

SummaryThis paper discusses the challenges and methods for measuring high extinction ratio polarizers (exceeding 10^6), particularly in systems where precise…

6 months ago

New Beam Splitting Polarizer Cube

SummaryTraditional beam-splitting polarizer cubes rely on MacNeille coatings, but a new approach using wire grid structures on the cube hypotenuse…

6 months ago

New Optics for Astronomical Polarimetry

SummaryNew optical technologies are revolutionizing astronomical polarimetry by expanding the range of polarization optics for telescopes and scientific imaging. Liquid…

6 months ago

Basic Polarization Techniques and Devices

SummaryThis application note provides an overview of light polarization, retardation, and key optical components used to manipulate polarization states. It…

6 months ago

Polarizer Principles

Meadowlark Optics DOWNLOAD PRINCIPLESDichroic PolarizersMeadowlark Optics offers an extensive line of dichroic polarizers made from both polymer and treated glass…

12 months ago

Compact Optical Beam Scanner

Geometric-phase microscopy (GPM) uses changes in the phase of light passing through biological specimens to yield high-resolution and high-contrast images,…

1 year ago

Inouye Solar Telescope

Meadowlark Optics The National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope (DKIST), located on the island of Maui, Hawaii, stands…

1 year ago

Bose-Einstein Condensation in Alkali Vapors

Meadowlark Optics "The Bose-Einstein Condensate" is a groundbreaking achievement in the field of physics, for which Eric A. Cornell, Carl…

1 year ago

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