Abstract
We present a simple experiment by which a student can generate and study a zeroth-order Bessel beam. Such beams are often termed nondiffracting (propagation invariant) as they have a central maximum that can propagate for extended distances without experiencing appreciable spreading.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 912-915 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | American Journal of Physics |
| Volume | 67 |
| Issue number | 10 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1999 Oct |
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An experiment to study a "nondiffracting" light beam. / McQueen, C. A.; Arlt, J.; Dholakia, K.
In: American Journal of Physics, Vol. 67, No. 10, 10.1999, p. 912-915.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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