Topic 2: Scalar Diffraction Aim These two letures develop Scalar Diffraction Theory. Scalar wave theory is initially used to derive the general Rayleigh-Sommerfeld diffraction relation, which is then approximated to the Kirchhoff and finally the Fresnel diffraction approximations. These relations will then be applied to optical systems in the subsequent lectures.

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Will Hossack

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