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    • Optical Engineering
    • Image Processing

    Background:

    • Classical incoherent light typically limits interference pattern resolution.
    • Previous methods, like Erkmen's scheme, have limitations in resolution and detection complexity.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose a new scheme for high-resolution interference using programmable classical incoherent light.
    • To enhance the resolution of interference patterns beyond existing methods.
    • To simplify the detection process for interference patterns.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing programmable classical incoherent light with controlled amplitude distribution and wavefront.
    • Implementing a novel interference scheme.
    • Employing single-pixel detection.
    • Inverting the high-resolution interference pattern for image reconstruction.

    Main Results:

    • Achieved a 2x improvement in interference pattern resolution compared to Erkmen's scheme.
    • Demonstrated the feasibility of single-pixel detection for high-resolution interference.
    • Obtained improved image resolution through pattern inversion.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed scheme offers a significant advancement in high-resolution interference.
    • Programmable classical incoherent light is a viable tool for enhancing optical resolution.
    • The method simplifies experimental setups through single-pixel detection.