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    Area of Science:

    • Optical Imaging
    • Photon Counting
    • Signal Processing

    Background:

    • Multiplex coding is explored for photon-counting optical imaging.
    • Both signal- and dark-count-dominated regimes are considered.
    • Intensity measurement and signal detection aspects are analyzed.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To demonstrate the advantages of multiplex operation in optical imaging.
    • To compare multiplex coding with alternative imaging techniques.
    • To analyze the impact of various factors on multiplex imaging performance.

    Main Methods:

    • Investigated multiplex coding strategies for photon-counting systems.
    • Analyzed performance in signal- and dark-count-dominated domains.
    • Evaluated effects of code noise, detector area, response time, and dynamic range.

    Main Results:

    • Multiplex operation shows advantages in both signal- and dark-count-dominated imaging.
    • In dark-count-dominated operation (e.g., IR imaging), light collection after coding limits multiplex gain.
    • Higher bandwidth detection is crucial, requiring significant dynamic range and faster response times for high-resolution imaging.

    Conclusions:

    • Multiplex coding is a viable technique for enhancing photon-counting optical imaging.
    • System design considerations, including light collection and detector bandwidth, are critical for optimizing multiplex gain.
    • The study provides insights into the practical implementation and limitations of multiplex coding in demanding imaging applications.