Riccardo Brameri , Riccardo Gotti , Sara Pizzurro , Antonio Agnesi
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Abstract
A low-cost laser beam profiler and beam quality meter has been developed, based on inexpensive off-the-shelf components assembled with 3D-printing technology. The device requires manual operation and an external PC, which is readily available in most practical cases. The alignment and measurement procedures are straightforward and highly useful for quick yet reliable operations.
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Optics Communications invites original and timely contributions containing new results in various fields of optics and photonics. The journal considers theoretical and experimental research in areas ranging from the fundamental properties of light to technological applications. Topics covered include classical and quantum optics, optical physics and light-matter interactions, lasers, imaging, guided-wave optics and optical information processing. Manuscripts should offer clear evidence of novelty and significance. Papers concentrating on mathematical and computational issues, with limited connection to optics, are not suitable for publication in the Journal. Similarly, small technical advances, or papers concerned only with engineering applications or issues of materials science fall outside the journal scope.