Michelsonkontraszt
Michelsonkontraszt refers to a phenomenon observed in interferometry, specifically related to the Michelson interferometer. When light passes through a Michelson interferometer, it is split into two beams that travel different optical paths before recombining. The resulting interference pattern, known as fringes, depends on the optical path difference between these two beams. The "kontraszt" (contrast) of these fringes describes how distinct the bright and dark fringes are. High contrast means there is a significant difference in intensity between the bright and dark fringes, making them easily observable. Low contrast implies a smaller intensity difference, making the fringes more difficult to discern.
Several factors can influence the Michelsonkontraszt. The coherence of the light source is crucial. Highly coherent