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    • Conventional self-aligned focusing schlieren (SAFS) systems require physical manipulation of source and cutoff grids for optimization.
    • Adjusting sensitivity and performance in traditional SAFS setups is often cumbersome and time-consuming.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce a novel digital self-aligned focusing schlieren (D-SAFS) system.
    • To demonstrate the advantages of a digital approach for schlieren imaging instrumentation.
    • To enable on-the-fly adjustments of schlieren system parameters.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a D-SAFS system employing a digital transparent micro liquid crystal display (μLCD) and a linear polarizer.
    • The μLCD acts as both the source and cutoff grids, manipulating light polarization.
    • Implementation of digital control for cutoff pattern type, spatial frequency, and orientation.

    Main Results:

    • The D-SAFS system allows for dynamic, software-controlled changes to optical parameters.
    • Eliminates the need for physical access to modify the source/cutoff grid.
    • Offers enhanced flexibility and efficiency compared to conventional SAFS systems.

    Conclusions:

    • The digital self-aligned focusing schlieren system provides a significant advancement in schlieren imaging.
    • The μLCD-based approach offers superior adaptability and ease of use for optical measurements.
    • This digital system paves the way for more sophisticated and responsive flow visualization techniques.