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Area of Science:

Optics and Photonics
Image Processing
Holography

Background:

Traditional optical imaging methods often require complex setups, iterative calculations, or specific light sources like lasers.
Simultaneously capturing multiple physical quantities of light presents a significant challenge in optical metrology.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose and demonstrate a new multidimension-multiplexed imaging method for simultaneous acquisition of multiple light properties.
To develop a portable and filter-free imaging system that simplifies multidimensional optical measurements.

Main Methods:

A novel phase-encoding technique is employed to distinguish different varieties of light.
The method avoids the need for pre-measurement of point spread functions or iterative computational reconstruction.
A compact, palm-sized interferometer based on holography was developed and utilized for experimental validation.

Main Results:

Simultaneous multidimensional imaging of an object was successfully demonstrated.
Concurrent three-dimensional recording of both self-luminous and transmitted light was achieved.
The developed interferometer proved to be portable and capable of filter-free imaging without requiring an antivibration structure.

Conclusions:

The proposed multidimension-multiplexed imaging method offers a simplified approach to acquiring complex optical information.
The developed holographic interferometer is a practical, portable, and versatile tool for advanced optical imaging applications.