Polarized Vernier Optometer.

Abstract

An optometer is described that makes use of polarized light. It is similar in construction and use to the better-known laser optometer but is less expensive, avoids some problems inherent in using lasers, and is responded to very well by subjects in behavioral research. Uses of the device are discussed, and the laser and polarized optometers are contrasted. It is concluded that the polarized vernier optometer is an economical and effective alternative to the laser optometer in behavioral research settings. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA113652

Entities

People

  • Nicholas M. Simonelli

Organizations

  • New Mexico State University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Behavioral Research
  • Biological Sciences
  • Contracts
  • Engineering
  • Eye Diseases
  • Filters
  • Focal Planes
  • Human-Machine Interaction
  • Illinois
  • Light Scattering
  • Measurement
  • New Mexico
  • Observers
  • Scientific Research
  • United States
  • Universities

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Circadian Sleep-Wake Regulation and Chronobiology
  • Molecular Photonics/Laser Physics
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Directed Energy