Abstract

The aberration of gradient index (GRIN) rod lenses induced by deviation from the ideal refractive index distribution is decreased by optimized thermal diffusion. The index distribution coefficients are estimated by a novel method. The lenses' heat treatment process and aberration testing system are described.

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