Fundamentals of Ray Tracing Matrix and Principal Planes in Optical Engineering

Learn all about optical engineering and the fundamentals of the ray tracing matrix and principal planes.

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In this free course, you will learn how to:

Explain the different techniques of the ray tracing matrix in optical systems
Discuss the concept of refraction at a planar boundary and its impact on a thin lens
Discuss the ray tracing matrix using reflection from the planar mirror
Define the concept of principal planes and how to calculate principal planes
Discuss the imaging equation using the ABCD matrix
Identify the six points of interest in the thick and thin lens systems
Explain the different components of the principal point, focal points, and nodal points

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