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Xiao Wang, Feng Yang, Jianhua Yin

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    This study introduces a method to precisely quantify polarization distortion from optical elements using virtual distorting elements (VDEs). The technique accurately measures and compensates for polarization changes, improving optical analysis precision.

    Area of Science:

    • * Optics
    • * Polarization Optics
    • * Optical Metrology

    Background:

    • * Polarization distortion by optical elements significantly impacts polarization analysis in optical systems.
    • * Accurate quantification of these distortions is crucial for advanced optical research and techniques.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • * To develop a method for precisely quantifying the polarization properties of non-depolarizing optical elements.
    • * To introduce virtual distorting elements (VDEs) characterized by orientation (Θ), diattenuation (Γ), and retardation (Δ) for this quantification.
    • * To demonstrate the compensation of polarization distortion using the quantified properties.

    Main Methods:

    • * Employing virtual distorting elements (VDEs) characterized by orientation, diattenuation, and retardation.

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  • * Utilizing a least-squares fitting method to determine VDE parameters from measured output polarization states.
  • * Developing and presenting a corresponding experimental setup for VDE parameter determination.

    • Main Results:

    • * The method's feasibility was verified using reflective mirrors and a dichroic mirror.
    • * Successful compensation of polarization distortion induced by a dichroic mirror was achieved.
    • * Monte Carlo simulations indicated high precision under specific measurement conditions, with potential for further improvement.

    Conclusions:

    • * The proposed method accurately quantifies polarization properties of optical elements.
    • * The developed technique enables effective compensation of polarization distortions.
    • * The method demonstrates high precision and potential for enhanced accuracy in optical polarization analysis.