title: Optical coherence-domain reflectometry: a new optical evaluation technique.
abstract: An optical evaluation technique is described that is suitable for determining the positions and magnitudes of reflection sites within miniature optical assemblies. This method utilizes the coherence effects exhibited by a broadband optical source and is referred to as optical coherence-domain reflectometry. Background theory is given, and experimental results have demonstrated a resolution of 10 microm with an optical dynamic range of more than 100 dB.
authors.forename: R C
authors.initials: RC
authors.lastname: Youngquist
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Carr
authors.forename: D E
authors.initials: DE
authors.lastname: Davies