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    Area of Science:

    • Optics and Photonics
    • Metrology and Measurement Science

    Background:

    • Precise measurement of small angles is crucial in various scientific and engineering fields.
    • Existing interferometric methods may face limitations in sensitivity and resolution for detecting minute angular variations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose and demonstrate a high-sensitivity total-internal-reflection (TIR) heterodyne interferometer for accurate small angle measurement.
    • To enhance the phase difference between polarization states for improved angular sensitivity.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing a phase shifter composed of a half-wave plate and two quarter-wave plates with specific optic-axis azimuths.
    • Incorporating a rhomboid prism and an analyzer to shift and enhance the phase difference at double TIR.
    • Relating the enhanced phase difference to the incident angle for measurement.

    Main Results:

    • Experimental validation of the proposed TIR heterodyne interferometer.
    • Achieved angular resolution superior to 1.2×10⁻⁴ degrees (2.1×10⁻⁶ radians).
    • Attained sensitivity levels exceeding 100 (deg/deg) within a 0.5-degree dynamic range.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed TIR heterodyne interferometer is feasible for high-sensitivity small angle measurements.
    • The design offers significant improvements in angular resolution and sensitivity compared to conventional methods.
    • This technique provides a robust solution for applications requiring precise angle detection.