Abstract
We analyze the properties of Generalized Phase Contrast (GPC)
when the input phase modulation is implemented using diffractive gratings.
In GPC applications for patterned illumination, the use of a dynamic
diffractive optical element for encoding the GPC input phase allows for onthe-
fly optimization of the input aperture parameters according to desired
output characteristics. For wavefront sensing, the achieved aperture control
opens a new degree of freedom for improving the accuracy of quantitative
phase imaging. Diffractive GPC input modulation also fits well with
grating-based optical security applications and can be used to create phasebased
information channels for enhanced information security.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Optics Express |
Volume | 20 |
Issue number | 2 |
Pages (from-to) | 1370-1377 |
ISSN | 1094-4087 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2012 |