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    Harsh environments degrade optical window performance due to thermal expansion. This study quantifies these aberrations using a laser-heated experimental setup, comparing results with theoretical models.

    Area of Science:

    • Optical engineering
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    • Thermal analysis

    Background:

    • Optical windows are crucial for imaging systems operating in demanding conditions.
    • Nonuniform heating causes temperature gradients, leading to refractive index variations and mechanical stress.
    • These thermal effects degrade imaging performance.

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    • To experimentally characterize optical aberrations induced by thermal gradients in optical windows.
    • To validate first-principles models predicting thermal-induced aberrations.

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    • The experimental setup effectively characterizes thermal aberrations in optical windows.
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    • Understanding these effects is vital for designing robust imaging systems for harsh environments.