Constructing Fresnel reflection coefficients by ruler and compass
Optics
2009-11-07 v1
Abstract
A simple and intuitive geometical method to analyze Fresnel formulas is presented. It applies to transparent media and is valid for perpendicular and parallel polarizations. The approach gives a graphical characterization particularly simple of the critical and Brewster angles. It also provides an interpretation of the relation between the reflection coefficients for both basic polarizations as a symmetry in the plane.
Cite
@article{arxiv.physics/0111129,
title = {Constructing Fresnel reflection coefficients by ruler and compass},
author = {J. J. Monzon and L. L. Sanchez-Soto},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:physics/0111129},
year = {2009}
}