title: Effect of axial perturbation of GRIN lens performance.
abstract: The effect of an axial index depression on GRIN lens performance is studied analytically. Significant image deterioration can occur depending on the perturbation magnitude.
authors.affiliation: Corning Glass Works, Research & Development Division, Corning, New York 14831, USA.
authors.forename: M A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Newhouse
authors.forename: D B
authors.initials: DB
authors.lastname: Keck