SEP 27, 2015
4. Geometric Optics: Vergence Equation, Cardinal Rays
This video is part of a series that explains the geometric optics needed to study optics of the eye, optical instruments, and correction of ametropia.
Introduction
Brief outline
Detailed outline
List of video links
Preview of Topics
1. Waves, Wavefronts, Rays, Images
2. Pinholes, Parallel Plates, Prisms, Lenses
3. Snell's Law, Fermat, Dispersion, Critical Angle
4. Vergence Equation, Cardinal Rays
5. Real and Virtual, Ray Diagrams, Magnification
6. Movement of Objects, Beyond Thin-Lens Optics
7. Mirrors and Prisms
8. Telescopes
9. Astigmatism, Aberrations, Refraction Lane