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    • Optics and Photonics
    • Atmospheric Physics
    • Wave Propagation

    Background:

    • Atmospheric turbulence distorts optical wavefronts, impacting tracking accuracy.
    • Spherical wave propagation through turbulent media presents unique challenges.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To calculate the correlation function and power spectrum of phase and angle-of-arrival fluctuations.
    • To determine optimal scanning frequencies for effective wavefront freezing.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of spherical wave propagation through simulated atmospheric turbulence.
    • Calculation of correlation functions and power spectra for optical fluctuations.
    • Investigation of Kolmogorov turbulence models.

    Main Results:

    • Derived the correlation function and power spectrum for phase and angle-of-arrival fluctuations.
    • Established a condition for effective wavefront freezing in turbulent environments.
    • Identified the critical relationship between scanning frequency and turbulence-induced frequencies.

    Conclusions:

    • The scanning frequency must closely match the highest frequency in the power spectrum for effective wavefront freezing.
    • This finding is crucial for improving optical tracking systems operating through atmospheric turbulence.