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    This study presents methods to reconstruct 3D refractive index fields from optical pathlength data. Accurate 3D refractive index mapping is achievable even with limited angular data, crucial for optical pathlength measurements.

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    Area of Science:

    • Optical physics
    • Interferometry
    • Image reconstruction

    Background:

    • Multidirectional holographic interferometry provides optical pathlength measurements.
    • Reconstruction of refractive index fields is essential for optical analysis.
    • Existing techniques often require a full 180-degree angle of view.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present numerical and analytical techniques for 3D asymmetric refractive index field reconstruction.
    • To adapt existing reconstruction methods for interferometric applications.
    • To develop methods for reconstruction with limited angular data.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized multidirectional holographic interferometry for optical pathlength measurements.
    • Applied analytical reconstruction techniques from radio astronomy and electron microscopy.
    • Developed efficient numerical procedures for direct data inversion.
    • Investigated techniques requiring less than a full 180-degree angle of view.

    Main Results:

    • Analytical techniques are effective in the refractionless limit with 180-degree data.
    • Numerical simulations confirm accurate reconstructions with a 180-degree angle of view.
    • Reconstructions are reasonably accurate using data from angles as low as 45 degrees.
    • Redundancy in data increases the accuracy of reconstructions with decreased angles of view.

    Conclusions:

    • Numerical and analytical methods enable 3D refractive index field reconstruction.
    • Accurate reconstruction is possible with limited angular data, though redundancy is required.
    • The developed techniques offer flexibility for refractive index mapping in various applications.