title: Geometrical interpretation of gaussian beam optics.
abstract: The relationship between conventional optics and Gaussian beam optics is discussed. Geometrical concepts such as image and object planes, pupil plane, F-number, resolution, and depth of field are discussed for Gaussian beams and are given a precise meaning in terms of the Gaussian beam parameters. The approach is useful in the design of laser scanning systems and holographic optical memory systems.
authors.forename: J D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Zook
authors.forename: T C
authors.initials: TC
authors.lastname: Lee