Polarization properties of non-symmetric retroreflectorsThe on- and off-axis polarizing properties of asymmetric retroreflectors are studied in detail for various angles of incidence and for various incident linear polarization states. An analytic model is developed by applying Fresnel law to the incident and reflecting radiation on each facet of the retroreflector. It is shown that the polarization state of retroreflected radiation is a sensitive function of incident angle, incident polarization rate, and retroreflector material. These characteristics may be applicable to the determination of the relative angular position between the retroreflector and the analyzer.
Document ID
19910066873
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
An, C.-H. (Applied Research Corp. Huntsville, AL, United States)
Morris, John W. (Applied Research, Inc. Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1990
Subject Category
Optics
Meeting Information
Meeting: Polarimetry: Radar, Infrared, Visible, Ultraviolet, and X-ray