This course introduces the application of pixelated spatial light modulators (SLM) for imaging and non-imaging applications. First, a review of the different commercially available SLM technologies with their benefits, shortcomings and all relevant parameters will be provided. Also, the addressing of the elements and their characterization is described. Then, focus will be laid on the usage as dynamic diffractive/holograp
hic elements. The attendee will be reminded of the most necessary issues from diffraction theory, linear systems and Fourier optics before learning how to compute and optimize holograms/diffractiv
e optical elements. Finally the applications patterns that enable you to employ SLMs for innovative new designs will be described and we will practice the utilization of these patterns for different optical systems.
This course introduces the application of pixelated spatial light modulators (SLM) for imaging and non-imaging applications. First, a review of the different commercially available SLM technologies with their benefits, shortcomings and all relevant parameters will be provided. Also, the addressing of the elements and their characterization is described. Then, focus will be laid on the usage as dynamic diffractive/holographic elements. The attendee will be reminded of the most necessary issues from diffraction theory, linear systems and Fourier optics before learning how to compute and optimize holograms/diffractive optical elements. Finally the applications patterns that enable you to employ SLMs for innovative new designs will be described and we will practice the utilization of these patterns for different optical systems.
