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    Creating diffraction-limited planar waveguide lenses is challenging. This study presents a novel f/1.5 rectangular lens using optimization techniques, demonstrating practical lens design principles for improved performance and manufacturability.

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    Area of Science:

    • Optics and Photonics
    • Waveguide Technology

    Background:

    • Diffraction-limited planar waveguide lenses are difficult to fabricate.
    • Conventional lens design principles can guide performance evaluation and tolerance setting.

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    • To present a novel diffraction-limited planar waveguide lens design.
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    • Utilized conventional lens design principles including ray tracing and optical path difference (OPD) error analysis.
    • Employed optimization techniques to achieve the desired performance.

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    • Developed a new diffraction-limited planar waveguide lens.
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    • The presented lens design exemplifies a successful application of optimization techniques.
    • This approach facilitates the creation of high-performance planar waveguide lenses with practical manufacturing considerations.