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Recent developments in laser-diode interferometry

Ishii, 1991

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16237253796482236534
Author
Ishii Y
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Optics and lasers in engineering

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Laser-diode (LD) interferometry based on heterodyne techniques is described. The developments covered include: sinusoidal phase-modulating, distance-measuring feedback and phase-shifting interferometry. The wavelength is controlled by the laser injection current …
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