Calculate 6maz as a function of R and D without making any assumption on the value of the angle, small or large, then give a simplified expression for 6maz considering it is small (in which case sin 6maz = tan 6max = Emaz).

College Physics
11th Edition
ISBN:9781305952300
Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille
Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille
Chapter1: Units, Trigonometry. And Vectors
Section: Chapter Questions
Problem 1CQ: Estimate the order of magnitude of the length, in meters, of each of the following; (a) a mouse, (b)...
icon
Related questions
Question

2.2

R
D
D'
Transcribed Image Text:R D D'
2.2 Numerical aperture of the imaging system
The numerical aperture (NA) of an imaging system is related to the range of angles over
vhich it accepts light. If Omaz is the maximum acceptance angle, then NA = n sin 6maz
vhere n is the optical index of the medium in which the light is propagating.
Calculate 6maz as a function of Rand D without making any assumption on the value of
the angle, small or large, then give a simplified expression for 6maz considering it is
small (in vwhich case sin 6mar = tan 6mar Omaz).
Transcribed Image Text:2.2 Numerical aperture of the imaging system The numerical aperture (NA) of an imaging system is related to the range of angles over vhich it accepts light. If Omaz is the maximum acceptance angle, then NA = n sin 6maz vhere n is the optical index of the medium in which the light is propagating. Calculate 6maz as a function of Rand D without making any assumption on the value of the angle, small or large, then give a simplified expression for 6maz considering it is small (in vwhich case sin 6mar = tan 6mar Omaz).
Expert Solution
steps

Step by step

Solved in 2 steps

Blurred answer
Knowledge Booster
Uncertainty Principle
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, physics and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.
Similar questions
  • SEE MORE QUESTIONS
Recommended textbooks for you
College Physics
College Physics
Physics
ISBN:
9781305952300
Author:
Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
University Physics (14th Edition)
University Physics (14th Edition)
Physics
ISBN:
9780133969290
Author:
Hugh D. Young, Roger A. Freedman
Publisher:
PEARSON
Introduction To Quantum Mechanics
Introduction To Quantum Mechanics
Physics
ISBN:
9781107189638
Author:
Griffiths, David J., Schroeter, Darrell F.
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press
Physics for Scientists and Engineers
Physics for Scientists and Engineers
Physics
ISBN:
9781337553278
Author:
Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
Lecture- Tutorials for Introductory Astronomy
Lecture- Tutorials for Introductory Astronomy
Physics
ISBN:
9780321820464
Author:
Edward E. Prather, Tim P. Slater, Jeff P. Adams, Gina Brissenden
Publisher:
Addison-Wesley
College Physics: A Strategic Approach (4th Editio…
College Physics: A Strategic Approach (4th Editio…
Physics
ISBN:
9780134609034
Author:
Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus), Brian Jones, Stuart Field
Publisher:
PEARSON