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    • Accurate large-scale topographic mapping is crucial for various scientific and engineering applications.
    • Existing interferometry methods may have limitations in scalability and sensitivity for detecting subtle deformations.

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    • To present a novel interferometry system for large-scale measurements, including topographic mapping.
    • To demonstrate the system's capability in generating precise range and altitude contours.
    • To show its utility in detecting subtle surface deformations over time.

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    • Utilizing the envelope of a propagating wave to generate fringe patterns.
    • Interference of light modulation and image modulation functions to create range contours.
    • Exploring variations for direct altitude contours or spatial frequency carrier encoding.

    Main Results:

    • The system successfully generates fringe patterns representing range contours.
    • Variations allow for direct altitude contour generation or electronic processing via spatial frequency carrier.
    • Comparison of sequential contour patterns accurately indicates subtle surface deformations.

    Conclusions:

    • The presented interferometry system is effective for large-scale topographic measurements.
    • The system offers flexibility through electronic processing options.
    • It provides a sensitive method for monitoring surface changes and deformations.