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Area of Science:

Vision science
Ophthalmology
Geometric optics

Background:

The geometric horopter is a fundamental concept in binocular vision.
Previous models described the horopter as a full circle in the fixation plane.

Purpose of the Study:

To clarify the precise geometric shape of the horopter.
To correct misconceptions about the horopter's locus.

Main Methods:

Geometric analysis based on the criterion of equality of angle.
Consideration of fixation plane geometry and eye convergence.

Main Results:

The horopter locus in the fixation plane is the larger arc of a circle, not a full circle.
Elsewhere, the horopter locus is a straight line perpendicular to the fixation plane.

Conclusions:

The study refines the geometric definition of the horopter.
These findings apply to various convergence and fixation conditions.