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The Generation of Higher-order Laguerre-Gauss Optical Beams for High-precision Interferometry
Published on: August 12, 2013
Propagation dynamics of the odd-Pearcey Gaussian beam in a parabolic potential
Abstract:
In this paper, the propagation properties of the odd-Pearcey Gaussian beam (OPGB) in a parabolic potential are investigated analytically and numerically. Except for the auto-focusing at the focal plane, the OPGB performs a weak off-axis focusing unexpectedly. The focusing distance and the focal intensity can be adjusted by choosing an appropriate parabolic parameter. Also, the Poynting vector of the OPGB is demonstrated. In addition, we investigate the radiation forces of the OPGB and find that the trapping points can be generated during propagation.
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