01 / 09REAL-TIME 3D WORKSPACEBeamBench
Build complete optical systems in a 3D sandbox. Place elements and inspect Gaussian beam propagation and polarization in real time.
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VisuPhy provides browser-based tools for Gaussian beams, polarization, diffraction, ultrafast pulses, fiber optics, and nonlinear photonics. No installation or account is required.
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BeamBench
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01 / 09REAL-TIME 3D WORKSPACEBuild complete optical systems in a 3D sandbox. Place elements and inspect Gaussian beam propagation and polarization in real time.
02Model beam evolution through lenses and free space with ABCD matrices.
03See polarization states evolve through waveplates, polarizers, and analyzers.
04Connect spectral components, phase, dispersion, and temporal pulse shape.
05Calculate the temporal shape of a pulse from material dispersion coefficients.
06Compare temporal and spectral interference between multiple laser pulses.
07Track cumulative nonlinear phase through a chain of custom fiber sections.
08Visualize diffraction orders and see how wavelength and spacing shape the pattern.
09Simulate ultrashort pulse propagation through nonlinear dispersive fibers.
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VisuPhy is an open-source project that develops free, interactive simulations for optics, lasers, and photonics. The tools support learning, teaching, quick calculations, and early optical design work.
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