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    This study presents a smartphone-based optical technique for measuring minute optical phase differences (OPD) using interference patterns. The developed setup offers a compact and ultrasensitive tool for surface inclination measurements.

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    Area of Science:

    • Optics
    • Photonics
    • Interferometry

    Background:

    • Optical phase difference (OPD) measurements are crucial in various scientific and engineering fields.
    • Existing methods can be complex and require specialized equipment.
    • There is a need for accessible and portable optical measurement tools.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To demonstrate a novel optical technique for measuring small OPD using smartphone technology.
    • To develop a compact and cost-effective optical setup for interference pattern analysis.
    • To explore the potential of this technique for surface inclination measurement.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a smartphone camera and basic optical components to create an interference setup.
    • Introduced a precise optical phase difference (OPD) of π/256 between interfering beams.
    • Recorded variations in circular interference fringe patterns captured by the smartphone camera.

    Main Results:

    • Successfully demonstrated the measurement of a small optical phase difference (OPD) of π/256.
    • Developed a compact optical setup enabling clear visualization of interference fringes via smartphone.
    • Observed and recorded fringe pattern variations corresponding to the introduced OPD.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed smartphone-based optical technique is capable of measuring ultrasmall optical phase differences.
    • The compact setup is suitable for generating and analyzing interference patterns.
    • This method holds promise as an ultrasensitive, portable tool for surface inclination measurement.