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Coherence in the single and multiple scattering of light from randomly rough surfaces

Z H Gu, J Q Lu, A A Maradudin

    Applied Optics
    |September 8, 2010
    PubMed
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    Light scattering from rough surfaces shows enhanced backscattering due to constructive interference. This study explores four types of light scattering enhancements, including transmission, specular, and refraction, in randomly rough surfaces.

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