Optical Signal Processing

Optical Signal Processing involves manipulating light to analyze and transform information, similar to how electronic signals are processed. By using the principles of Fourier Optics, which focuses on how light waves can be represented mathematically, we can perform tasks like filtering, edge detection, and image enhancement. This technology utilizes lenses and other optical components to control light patterns, enabling faster data processing in applications like telecommunications and imaging. Essentially, it’s about using light to perform calculations and improve the quality of visual information.