Prof. Salvador Bosch Puig Profile

Prof. Salvador Bosch Puig

Full Professor at Univ de Barcelona

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Publications (51)

Proceedings Article | 7 June 2024 Presentation + Paper

Overcoming the division by zero problem in the assessment of the degree of polarization in poorly illuminated scenes

Xin Shen, Marcos Aviñoá, Salvador Bosch, Bahram Javidi, Artur Carnicer

Proceedings Volume 13041, 130410A (2024) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3013025

KEYWORDS: Polarization, Polarimetry, Light sources and illumination, Polarized light, Photodetectors, Quantum light, Quantum processes, Quantum detection, Photon polarization, Photon counting

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Proceedings Article | 26 June 2017 Paper

Using Shack-Hartmann wavefront sensors and Zernike coefficients for beam characterisation: numerical procedures

Salvador Bosch, Santiago Vallmitjana, Antonio Marzoa, Justo Arines, Eva Acosta

Proceedings Volume 10333, 1033318 (2017) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2271322

KEYWORDS: Wavefront sensors, Wave propagation, Beam propagation method, Zernike polynomials, Modeling, Wavefronts, Ray tracing, Microlens, Geometrical optics, MATLAB, Sensors, Beam shaping

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Proceedings Article | 28 August 2015 Paper

Plasmonic dark modes excited by strongly focused illumination

Jordi Sancho-Parramon, Salvador Bosch, David Maluenda, Hrvoje Zorc

Proceedings Volume 9547, 954731 (2015) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2187807

KEYWORDS: Particles, Electroluminescent displays, Plasmons, Spherical lenses, Electromagnetism, Plasmonics, Nanoparticles, Metals, Mie scattering, Silver

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Proceedings Article | 6 May 2010 Paper

Iterative design of mesh-defined phase masks for wavefront coding

G. Carles, A. Carnicer, S. Bosch

Proceedings Volume 7723, 77231O (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.854374

KEYWORDS: Wavefronts, Optical transfer functions, Imaging systems, Phase modulation, LCDs, Point spread functions, Quality measurement, Algorithms, CCD cameras, Image processing

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Proceedings Article | 4 May 2010 Paper

Use of spatial light modulators in wavefront coding for field imaging: adaptation of the filter design procedure

Carme Ferran, Santiago Vallmitjana, Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 7723, 772307 (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.854541

KEYWORDS: Spatial light modulators, Wavefronts, Imaging systems, Point spread functions, Calibration, Image filtering, Charge-coupled devices, Phase shift keying, Optical aberrations, Liquid crystals

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Proceedings Article | 22 August 2009 Paper

Ray tracing, wavefronts, and caustics: use of Shack-Hartmann wavefront sensor for analyzing light propagation

Salvador Bosch, Santiago Vallmitjana, Carme Ferran

Proceedings Volume 7429, 74290L (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.826207

KEYWORDS: Wavefronts, Wavefront sensors, Sensors, Ray tracing, Zernike polynomials, Light wave propagation, Visualization, Point spread functions, Monochromatic aberrations, Optical sensors

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Proceedings Article | 22 August 2009 Paper

Calculation of optical forces on a dielectric bead in a geometrically aberrated trap

Artur Carnicer, Denis Garnier, Salvador Bosch, Ignasi Juvells

Proceedings Volume 7428, 74280N (2009) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.826065

KEYWORDS: Particles, Objectives, Zemax, Geometrical optics, Microscopes, Dielectrics, Spherical lenses, Optical spheres, Optical tweezers, Scattering

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Proceedings Article | 27 September 2008 Paper

Implementation of a wavefront coded imaging system using a spatial light modulator

Guillem Carles, Gonzalo Muyo, Salvador Bosch, Andrew Harvey

Proceedings Volume 7100, 71000X (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.797690

KEYWORDS: Spatial light modulators, Wavefronts, Imaging systems, Modulation transfer functions, Modulation, Phase modulation, Calibration, Phase shift keying, Polarizers, Image processing

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Proceedings Article | 18 June 2007 Paper

Modeling image formation on pixelated devices for vision systems using wave-front coding

Salvador Bosch, Francesc Gómez-Morales, Guillem Carles, Josep Ferré-Borrull

Proceedings Volume 6617, 661705 (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.725884

KEYWORDS: Sensors, Image processing, Image acquisition, Image quality, Digital image processing, Image filtering, Point spread functions, Image restoration, Visual process modeling, Image sensors

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Proceedings Article | 17 July 2006 Paper

Impact of the 2D structured noise in the post-processing of hybrid optical-digital imaging systems

Salvador Bosch, Raul Tudela, Marta de la Fuente, Josep Ferré-Borrull

Proceedings Volume 6342, 63421H (2006) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.692293

KEYWORDS: Filtering (signal processing), Imaging systems, Electronic filtering, Hybrid optics, Image filtering, Optical transfer functions, Optical filters, Infrared imaging, Sensors, Signal to noise ratio

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Proceedings Article | 15 October 2005 Paper

Pupil filters for wavefront coding: off axis performance

F. Gómez-Morales, R. Tudela, J. Ferré-Borrull, S. Bosch, M. de la Fuente

Proceedings Volume 5962, 596237 (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.625407

KEYWORDS: Monochromatic aberrations, Point spread functions, Image restoration, Wavefronts, Imaging systems, Filtering (signal processing), Actinium, Image quality, Image compression, Image filtering

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Proceedings Article | 5 October 2005 Paper

Effective medium models for metal-dielectric composites: an analysis based on the spectral density theory

Jordi Sancho-Parramon, Salvador Bosch, Amin Abdolvand, Alexander Podlipensky, Gerhard Seifert, Heinrich Graener

Proceedings Volume 5963, 596320 (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.625125

KEYWORDS: Dielectrics, Composites, Particles, Surface plasmons, Rubidium, Numerical simulations, Metals, Absorption, Barium, Radium

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Proceedings Article | 14 October 2004 Paper

Procedures for speeding up the exact evaluation of diffraction integrals by semiperiodic-zone division of the integration domain

Josep Ferre-Borrull, Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 5523, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.559408

KEYWORDS: Diffraction, Numerical integration, Point spread functions, Geometrical optics, Imaging systems, Optical testing, Systems modeling, Lens design, Optical engineering, Electromagnetic radiation

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Proceedings Article | 14 October 2004 Paper

Requirements and limitations for fast numerical calculation of the PSF of imaging systems

Salvador Bosch, Josep Ferre-Borrull, Francesc Gomez-Morales

Proceedings Volume 5523, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.560563

KEYWORDS: Point spread functions, Imaging systems, Diffraction, Spherical lenses, Near field diffraction, Computing systems, Fourier transforms, Numerical analysis, Numerical integration, Wavefronts

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Proceedings Article | 29 September 2004 Paper

Study of the oxidization of ns-SiNx:H thin films using FTIR phase modulated ellipsometry

Jordi Sancho-Parramon, Salvador Bosch, Albert Pinyol, Enric Bertran, Adolf Canillas

Proceedings Volume 5527, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.557424

KEYWORDS: Data modeling, Thin films, Ellipsometry, Optical properties, FT-IR spectroscopy, Statistical modeling, Oscillators, Modulation, Silicon, Nanostructuring

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Proceedings Article | 25 February 2004 Paper

High mechanical-damage-resistant sol-gel coating for high-power lasers

Maria Cristina Ferrara, Maria Perrone, Maria Protopapa, Jordi Sancho-Parramon, Salvador Bosch, Saverio Mazzarelli

Proceedings Volume 5250, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.513303

KEYWORDS: Silica, Refractive index, Coating, Sol-gels, Reflectivity, Laser damage threshold, Resistance, Laser induced damage, Humidity, Optical properties

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Proceedings Article | 25 February 2004 Paper

Use of online spectrophotometric data for the characterisation of VUV coatings

Jordi Sancho-Parramon, Salvador Bosch, Josep Ferre-Borrull, Stefan Guenster, Detlev Ristau

Proceedings Volume 5250, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.514418

KEYWORDS: Data modeling, Interfaces, Refractive index, Vacuum ultraviolet, Multilayers, Optical coatings, Absorption, Magnesium fluoride, Transmittance, Statistical modeling

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Proceedings Article | 18 February 2004 Paper

Exact calculation of the point spread function of an optical system: effect of the aperture stop in an intermediate space

Josep Ferre-Borrull, Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 5249, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.513374

KEYWORDS: Point spread functions, Diffraction, Zemax, Remote sensing, Objectives, Geometrical optics, Optical design, Paraxial approximations, Computing systems, Algorithm development

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Proceedings Article | 18 February 2004 Paper

Comparison of flux-tracing-based and diffraction-based strategies for optical system evaluation

Josep Arasa, Salvador Bosch, Josep Ferre-Borrull, Carles Pizarro

Proceedings Volume 5249, (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.513367

KEYWORDS: Optical design, Diffraction, Zemax, Geometrical optics, Point spread functions, Ray tracing, Remote sensing, Electromagnetic radiation, Binary data, Sensors

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Proceedings Article | 19 November 2003 Paper

On-line applet-based optics course for undergraduate students

Arturo Carnicer, Salvador Bosch, Josep Ferre, Ignacio Juvells, Ignasi Juan Labastida, Estela Martin-Badosa, J. de F. Moneo, Encarnacion Pleguezuelos, Raul Tudela, Santiago Vallmitjana

Proceedings Volume 4829, (2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.523640

KEYWORDS: Java, Optical design, Ray tracing, Dielectric filters, Far-field diffraction, Image processing, Physical phenomena, Optical instrument design, Eye, Human vision and color perception

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Proceedings Article | 19 November 2003 Paper

Optical characterization of materials in sol-gel dip coatings

Maria Cristina Ferrara, Saverio Mazzarelli, Jordi Sancho-Parramon, Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 4829, (2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.530760

KEYWORDS: Refractive index, Optical coatings, Sol-gels, Multilayers, Inverse optics, Thin film coatings, Thin films, Optical properties, Reliability, Ions

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Proceedings Article | 19 November 2003 Paper

Exact calculation of the resolving power of an imaging system

Josep Ferre-Borrull, Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 4829, (2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.530944

KEYWORDS: Spectral resolution, Diffraction, Imaging systems, Point spread functions, Image quality, Optical design, Computing systems, Optical imaging, Remote sensing

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Proceedings Article | 19 November 2003 Paper

Vectorial structure of electromagnetic beams: closet field to a polarized Gaussian beam

Rosario Martinez-Herrero, Pedro Mejias, Salvador Bosch, Arturo Carnicer

Proceedings Volume 4829, (2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.531104

KEYWORDS: Electromagnetism, Gaussian beams, Maxwell's equations, Radio propagation, Polarization, Wave propagation, Wavefronts, Electromagnetic theory, Electromagnetic radiation, Superposition

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Proceedings Article | 2 November 2000 Paper

New procedure for the optical characterization of high-quality thin films

Salvador Bosch, Norbert Leinfellner, Etienne Quesnel, Angela Duparre, Josep Ferre-Borrull, Stefan Guenster, Detlev Ristau

Proceedings Volume 4099, (2000) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.405812

KEYWORDS: Thin films, Coating, Magnesium fluoride, Data modeling, Optics manufacturing, Absorption, Optical properties, Optimization (mathematics), Precision optics, Deposition processes

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Proceedings Article | 2 November 2000 Paper

Spectrophotometric determination of absorption in the DUV/VUV spectral range for MgF2 and LaF3 thin films

Stefan Guenster, Detlev Ristau, Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 4099, (2000) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.405830

KEYWORDS: Coating, Absorption, Magnesium fluoride, Refractive index, Reflectivity, Transmittance, Vacuum ultraviolet, Contamination, Thin films, Multilayers

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Proceedings Article | 24 October 2000 Paper

Calculation of diffraction in the presence of aberrations by numerical methods based on critical points and semiperiodic zones

Josep Ferre-Borrull, Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 4093, (2000) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.405214

KEYWORDS: Diffraction, Spherical lenses, Thulium, Geometrical optics, Numerical analysis, Integrated optics, Optical design, Refractive index, Lead, Lens design

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Proceedings Article | 19 October 2000 Paper

Optical characterization of materials desposited by different processes: the LaF3 in the UV-visible region

Salvador Bosch, Norbert Leinfellner, Etienne Quesnel, Angela Duparre, Josep Ferre-Borrull, Stefan Guenster, Detlev Ristau

Proceedings Volume 4094, (2000) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.404761

KEYWORDS: Magnesium fluoride, Optics manufacturing, UV optics, Coating, Deposition processes, Silica, Thin films, Data modeling, Statistical analysis, Thin film coatings

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Proceedings Article | 19 October 2000 Paper

Protective coatings for Al metallizations obtained by plasma polymerization

Jaume Esteve, Francesc Benitez, Salvador Bosch, Elena Martinez, Miquel Galan, Jordi Serrat

Proceedings Volume 4094, (2000) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.404758

KEYWORDS: Plasma, Aluminum, Oxygen, Polymer thin films, Polymers, Polymerization, Thin films, FT-IR spectroscopy, Protactinium, Absorption

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Proceedings Article | 7 September 1999 Paper

UV-optical and microstructural properties of MgF2-coatings deposited by IBS and PVD processes

Detlev Ristau, Winfried Arens, Salvador Bosch, Angela Duparre, Enrico Masetti, Damien Jacob, George Kiriakidis, Francesca Peiro, Etienne Quesnel, Alexander Tikhonravov

Proceedings Volume 3738, (1999) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.360111

KEYWORDS: Silicon, Optical coatings, Reflectivity, Magnesium fluoride, Refractive index, Surface roughness, Sputter deposition, Thin film coatings, Deposition processes, Thin films

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Proceedings Article | 7 September 1999 Paper

Effective dielectric function of mixtures of three or more materials: a numerical procedure for computations

Salvador Bosch, Josep Ferre-Borrull

Proceedings Volume 3738, (1999) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.360088

KEYWORDS: Dielectrics, Interfaces, Refractive index, Standards development, Algorithm development, Data modeling, Data analysis, Mathematical modeling, Silica, Spherical lenses

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Proceedings Article | 2 July 1998 Paper

Ray tracing for ophthalmic optics: specific developments for GRIN materials

J. de F. Moneo, Ignacio Juvells, Santiago Vallmitjana, Salvador Bosch, Arturo Carnicer, Ignasi Juan Labastida, Julio Perez-Tudela

Proceedings Volume 3405, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.312730

KEYWORDS: GRIN lenses, Monochromatic aberrations, Ray tracing, Eye, Refractive index, Lens design, Ophthalmic optics, Image acquisition, Software, Glasses

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Proceedings Article | 2 July 1998 Paper

Definition of a robust measurement of similarity for the localization of small shapes in scenes

Xavier Fernandez, Josep Ferre-Borrull, Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 3405, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.312712

KEYWORDS: Binary data, Shape analysis, Visual process modeling, Statistical analysis, Target acquisition, Target detection, Dielectrophoresis, Detection and tracking algorithms, Visual analytics, Visualization

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Proceedings Article | 2 July 1998 Paper

Spectrophotometry, ellipsometry, and computer simulation in thin film developments

Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 3405, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.312724

KEYWORDS: Refractive index, Reflectivity, Ellipsometry, Spectrophotometry, Thin film coatings, Computer simulations, Thin films, Transmittance, Manufacturing, Optical coatings

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Proceedings Article | 2 July 1998 Paper

Interferometric characterization of GRIN lenses for ophthalmic uses

J. de F. Moneo, Ignacio Juvells, Santiago Vallmitjana, Salvador Bosch, Arturo Carnicer, Ignasi Juan Labastida, Julio Perez-Tudela

Proceedings Volume 3405, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.312729

KEYWORDS: Interferometry, Diffusion, Computer simulations, Lenses, Refractive index, Ion exchange, GRIN lenses, Spherical lenses, Frame grabbers, Charge-coupled devices

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Proceedings Article | 22 May 1998 Paper

Preprocessing of images with signal-dependent noise in correlation

Josep Ferre-Borrull, Santiago Vallmitjana, Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 3490, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.308922

KEYWORDS: Interference (communication), Image processing, Image filtering, Signal to noise ratio, Optical correlators, Optimal filtering, Speckle, Signal processing, Electronic filtering, Error analysis

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Proceedings Article | 19 August 1997 Paper

Application of the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test for the recognition of gray-scale templates

Josep Ferre-Borrull, Santiago Vallmitjana, Salvador Bosch, Xavier Fernandez

Proceedings Volume 3101, (1997) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.281268

KEYWORDS: Detection and tracking algorithms, Target detection, Binary data, Algorithm development, Pattern recognition, Target recognition, Chlorine, Machine vision, Optical correlators, Visibility

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Proceedings Article | 18 September 1996 Paper

Multispectral measurements of slightly anisotropic thin films by guided optics method

Josep Massaneda, Francois Flory, Salvador Bosch, Jordi Martorell, Serge Monneret

Proceedings Volume 2782, (1996) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.250799

KEYWORDS: Thin films, Refractive index, Tantalum, Dielectrics, Prisms

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Proceedings Article | 26 August 1996 Paper

Improvement of the discrimination capability of correlation techniques by the use of fuzzy logic

Bernd Gutmann, Thomas Wolf, H. Weber, Josep Ferre-Borrull, Salvador Bosch, Santiago Vallmitjana

Proceedings Volume 2785, (1996) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.248562

KEYWORDS: Fuzzy logic, Foam, Signal detection, Electronic filtering, Temperature metrology, Pattern recognition, Detection and tracking algorithms, Stress analysis, Experimental mechanics, Logic

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Proceedings Article | 26 August 1996 Paper

Statistical test for the recognition of binary templates in gray-scale images

Xavier Fernandez, Josep Ferre-Borrull, Estela Martin-Badosa, Salvador Bosch, Santiago Vallmitjana

Proceedings Volume 2785, (1996) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.248547

KEYWORDS: Binary data, Optical correlators, Joint transforms, Target detection, Spatial light modulators, Fourier transforms, Mathematical morphology, Optical pattern recognition, Image processing, Pattern recognition

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Proceedings Article | 19 August 1996 Paper

Fabry-Perot resonators for high-resolution infrared gas sensors

Jesus Meneses, Fernando Lopez, Juan Melendez, Antonio de Castro, Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 2776, (1996) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.246833

KEYWORDS: Silicon, Transmittance, Semiconducting wafers, Absorption, Fabry–Perot interferometers, Optical filters, Gas sensors, Wafer-level optics, Absorption filters, Scattering

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SPIE Journal Paper | 1 July 1995

Inspection of centering marks engraved on ophthalmic lenses by model-based numerical correlation

Xavier Fernandez, Salvador Bosch

OE, Vol. 34, Issue 07, (July 1995) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/12.206581

KEYWORDS: Binary data, Inspection, Lenses, Model-based design, CCD cameras, Surface finishing, Frame grabbers, Optical alignment, Visibility, Light sources and illumination

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Proceedings Article | 23 November 1994 Paper

Automatic visual inspection of centering marks engraved on ophthalmic lenses

Xavier Fernandez, Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 2249, (1994) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.196113

KEYWORDS: 3D vision, Lenses, Binary data, Reflection, Optical inspection, Inspection, Light sources and illumination, Data modeling, Surface finishing, Manufacturing

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Proceedings Article | 4 November 1994 Paper

New algorithm for single wavelength ellipsometry of samples consisting of two absorbing layers

Salvador Bosch, Santiago Vallmitjana, Francisco Monzonis

Proceedings Volume 2253, (1994) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.192055

KEYWORDS: Refractive index, Ellipsometry, Statistical analysis, Silicon, Reflection, Polarization, Thin films, Coating, Optical testing, Mineralogy

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Proceedings Article | 4 November 1994 Paper

Image processing of multiple beam interferometry fringes for surface forces apparatus applications

Salvador Bosch, F. Wolf, Xudong Xiao, Miguel Salmeron

Proceedings Volume 2253, (1994) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.192174

KEYWORDS: Mica, Image processing, Metallic coatings, Coating, Interferometry, Silver, Image acquisition, Image analysis, Thin film coatings, Thin films

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Proceedings Article | 29 September 1994 Paper

Improving contrast in optical Fourier transforms with spatial light modulators: use in optical correlation

Santiago Vallmitjana, Estela Martin-Badosa, Salvador Bosch, Arturo Carnicer

Proceedings Volume 2297, (1994) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.187276

KEYWORDS: Fourier transforms, Spatial light modulators, Diffraction, Modulators, Optical pattern recognition, Optical correlators, Joint transforms, Light sources, Spatial resolution, Charge-coupled devices

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Proceedings Article | 23 July 1993 Paper

Simple graphical method for single layer ellipsometry data analysis

Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 1983, 198390 (1993) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2308743

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Proceedings Article | 15 April 1993 Paper

Scale-tunable diffractometer for spatial light modulators: a design procedure

S. Bosch

Proceedings Volume 1780, 17801A (1993) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.142841

KEYWORDS: Diffraction, Fourier transforms, Optical design, Spatial light modulators, Sensors, Modulators, Photography, Geometrical optics, Ray tracing, Optical components

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Proceedings Article | 1 December 1990 Paper

Inhomogeneity in layers of dielectric high index materials: a simplified study for an antireflection coating

Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 1324, (1990) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.22427

KEYWORDS: Refractive index, Reflectivity, Coating, Antireflective coatings, Thin films, Glasses, Dielectrics, Spectrophotometry, Autoregressive models, Ellipsometry

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Proceedings Article | 1 August 1990 Paper

Geometrical limiting performances of a thermal evaporation PVD unit for lens coating

Salvador Bosch

Proceedings Volume 1270, (1990) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.20388

KEYWORDS: Camera shutters, Spherical lenses, Coating, Thin films, Thin film coatings, Antireflective coatings, Software, Physical vapor deposition, Lens design, Clouds

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