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A Review of Optical Interferometry for High-Precision Length Measurement.

Guangyao Huang^1,2, Can Cui², Xiaoyang Lei¹

¹College of Intelligence Science and Technology, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha 410073, China.

|January 25, 2025

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Optical interferometry, particularly grating and laser methods, offers high-precision length measurement. Advancements include optical frequency combs, enhancing range and accuracy in precision metrology.

Keywords:

grating interferometry laser interferometry length measurement optical frequency comb

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Area of Science:

Metrology
Optical Engineering
Precision Measurement

Background:

Optical interferometry is crucial for high-precision length measurements in science and industry.
Existing methods face challenges in accuracy and measurement range.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive review of recent advancements in optical interferometry.
To focus on grating and laser interferometry techniques.
To highlight innovations enhancing measurement precision.

Main Methods:

Review of grating interferometry systems (single- to multi-degree-of-freedom).
Comparison of laser interferometry methods (homodyne, heterodyne, white light).
Integration of optical frequency combs for expanded capabilities.

Main Results:

Optical frequency combs significantly enhance laser interferometry's measurement range and accuracy.
Analysis of periodic nonlinear errors and phase demodulation for precision improvement.
Identification of current challenges and future research directions.

Conclusions:

Optical interferometry continues to advance, driven by new technologies like optical frequency combs.
Addressing nonlinear errors and refining phase demodulation are key to future precision gains.
Innovation in interferometric systems is vital for the progress of precision metrology.