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    Area of Science:

    • Optics and Photonics
    • Metrology
    • Instrumentation

    Background:

    • Interferometry is crucial for precise measurements.
    • Dispersed Reference Interferometry (DRI) offers potential for high-resolution data.
    • Accurate position determination requires advanced signal processing techniques.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a novel method for extracting high-resolution position data using DRI.
    • To validate the effectiveness of template matching for absolute position determination.
    • To assess the performance characteristics of the developed DRI method.

    Main Methods:

    • Applying template matching to spectral interferograms from a DRI system.
    • Calculating correlation coefficients between acquired and template interferograms.
    • Numerical simulation and experimental validation of the DRI apparatus and algorithm.

    Main Results:

    • Achieved nanometer-level resolution in absolute position determination.
    • Demonstrated successful position tracking with high linearity and repeatability.
    • Quantified noise performance, confirming method reliability.

    Conclusions:

    • Template matching is a viable technique for enhancing DRI capabilities.
    • The developed method provides accurate and reliable high-resolution position sensing.
    • This approach has significant implications for precision metrology and instrumentation.