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Optics Near the Snell Angle in a Water-to-Air Change of Medium

Authors: H Suiter; N Flacco; Paul Carter; Kelvin Tong; Ryan Ries; Meir Gershenson; NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER PANAMA CITY FL
Abstract:
Underwater imaging of the air environment is described with particular attention given to the optical problems of near-horizon viewing. These include severe chromatic aberration from transmission through the seawater wedge, the horizon distortion effect, and anisoplanatism resulting from the change of refractive aberrations in different areas of view. Various optical designs or schemes are presented that correct or relieve the first two optical problems. Strategies to minimize or attempt to view through the varying refraction of the surface are also suggested, and one is investigated.

Limitations: APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE
Description: Conference paper
Pages: 13
Report Date: Jan 2007
Report Number: A578815
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