Gaussian Beam Optics

Gaussian beam optics describes the behavior of laser beams with a specific profile that resembles a bell curve. In geometrical optics, these beams focus and diverge in a predictable way, allowing precise control over light pathways. The beam's intensity is highest at the center and decreases smoothly outward. This model is essential for understanding how lasers interact with lenses and mirrors, improving applications in telecommunications, medicine, and manufacturing. Gaussian beams help predict how light will spread, focus, and interact with materials, making them fundamental in designing optical systems.