Thin-film coatings design using second-order optimization methods

Alexander V. Tikhonravov; Michael K. Trubetskov

doi:10.1117/12.141058

4 March 1993 Thin-film coatings design using second-order optimization methods

Alexander V. Tikhonravov, Michael K. Trubetskov

Proceedings Volume 1782, Thin Films for Optical Systems; (1993) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.141058
Event: Optical Systems Design '92, 1992, Berlin, Germany

Abstract

Second order optimization methods such as the Newton-type methods are known to be extremely effective in solving various inverse and synthesis problems. Despite this they were not used for thin film optical coating design. The reason is a great difficulty in Hesse matrix calculation. We have found a mathematically strict approach increasing the performance of Hesse matrix calculation many times. It allows us to use various second order optimization methods in our new design program called OptiLayer. On the other hand, specific optimization methods based on the optimal control theory results were used to enhance the program efficiency. As a result a very powerful tool for optimal coatings design was received. The developed software allows the user to design complicated optical coatings consisting of many layers (up to several tens) and possessing non-standard spectral properties. The software easily allows the user to take into account various feasibility demands.

Citation Download Citation

Alexander V. Tikhonravov and Michael K. Trubetskov "Thin-film coatings design using second-order optimization methods", Proc. SPIE 1782, Thin Films for Optical Systems, (4 March 1993); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.141058

ACCESS THE FULL ARTICLE

INSTITUTIONAL
Select your institution to access the SPIE Digital Library.

SELECT YOUR INSTITUTION

PERSONAL
Sign in with your SPIE account to access your personal subscriptions or to use specific features such as save to my library, sign up for alerts, save searches, etc.

PERSONAL SIGN IN

No SPIE Account? Create one

PURCHASE THIS CONTENT

SUBSCRIBE TO DIGITAL LIBRARY

50 downloads per 1-year subscription

Members: $195

Non-members: $335 ADD TO CART

25 downloads per 1 - year subscription

Members: $145

Non-members: $250 ADD TO CART

PURCHASE SINGLE ARTICLE

Includes PDF, HTML & Video, when available