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    • Interferometry
    • Metrology

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    • Phase-shifting interferometry is crucial for analyzing optical components.
    • Traditional methods can be complex and require numerous data captures.
    • Analyzing transparent samples presents unique challenges in phase retrieval.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop an efficient interferometric method for analyzing transparent samples.
    • To reduce the number of required data captures in phase-shifting interferometry.
    • To create a robust phase-recovery algorithm for complex fringe analysis.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a parallel phase shifting radial shear interferometer with two coupled interferometers.
    • Generated parallel interferograms by adjusting the x-y positions of the patterns.
    • Employed a two-step, non-iterative phase-recovery algorithm based on modified Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization.
    • Incorporated polarizing filters for parallel phase shifting, independent of angle adjustment.

    Main Results:

    • Successfully generated complex fringes for optical phase map analysis.
    • The phase-recovery algorithm demonstrated robustness against amplitude modulation.
    • The method significantly reduced the number of necessary interferogram captures.
    • Applied the system to analyze both static and dynamic phase objects.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed interferometric method offers an efficient and robust approach for transparent sample analysis.
    • The system simplifies phase retrieval by reducing data acquisition.
    • This technique has potential applications in optical testing and metrology.