Diffractive optical elements simplify scanning systems

Optical scanning systems combining diffractive and refractive elements can satisfy requirements that are impossible to meet using either technology alone.

Jun 1st, 1995

Optical scanning systems combining diffractive and refractive elements can satisfy requirements that are impossible to meet using either technology alone.

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