Historical perspective on understanding optical aberrations

R. Barry Johnson

doi:10.1117/12.131966

1 July 1992 A historical perspective on understanding optical aberrations

R. Barry Johnson

Proceedings Volume 10263, Lens Design: A Critical Review; 1026303 (1992) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.131966
Event: OE/LASE '92, 1992, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Abstract

The design and development of today’s optical systems were made possible by a theoretical understanding of optical aberrations. Although the subject is still evolving, serious work spans almost four centuries. In this paper, a historical summary of the development of the understanding of optical aberrations is presented by relating the contributions of numerous individuals. The major events and discoveries are also presented in a time-line format on a century by century basis to allow a rapid overview.

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R. Barry Johnson "A historical perspective on understanding optical aberrations", Proc. SPIE 10263, Lens Design: A Critical Review, 1026303 (1 July 1992); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.131966

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