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    • Optical Physics
    • Signal Processing

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    • Exoplanet detection remains challenging due to the faintness of planets compared to their host stars.
    • Interferometry offers potential for high-contrast imaging, but requires sophisticated techniques to isolate faint signals.
    • Rotationally shearing interferometry (RSI) is explored as a novel approach for astronomical applications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To mathematically derive and simulate the application of a rotationally shearing interferometer (RSI) for exoplanet detection.
    • To analyze the role of optical elements like Dove and Risley prisms in signal isolation.
    • To establish a theoretical framework for understanding RSI signal processing in exoplanet studies.

    Main Methods:

    • Comprehensive mathematical derivation of wavefront interactions within an RSI.
    • Simulation of optical element effects (Dove prisms, Risley prisms) on stellar and planetary wavefronts.
    • Analysis of phase shifts and spatial frequency manipulation for signal enhancement.

    Main Results:

    • The study provides a rigorous mathematical model for RSI-based exoplanet detection.
    • Simulations demonstrate effective separation of planetary signals from stellar noise.
    • Precise phase and spatial frequency manipulation are shown to be key to distinguishing exoplanet signatures.

    Conclusions:

    • RSI shows significant potential for exoplanet detection through advanced optical manipulation.
    • The developed theoretical framework supports future experimental validation and instrument design.
    • This method offers a promising avenue for advancing the search for extraterrestrial worlds.