Michelson Interferometer

(A Processing program for visualising interference)

This applet explains the basic function of a Michelson interferometer, how it can be used to measure length changes and how the properties of its optical components affect the result. To start using the applet click the image below, the applet page also contains more information regarding the use and features of the program.

The applet was programmed during my summer placement at the University of Birmingham, UK. See also our other Processing examples.