Air Wedge Experiment: Conditions for Bigger Scale?

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The discussion centers on the air wedge experiment, specifically addressing the conditions necessary for air to function effectively as a screen in larger-scale applications. Participants question the details of the experiment, suggesting that without specific parameters, it is challenging to provide a definitive answer. The mention of an air wedge interferometer indicates a focus on optical interference phenomena. Clarity on experimental conditions is essential for scaling the experiment successfully.

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Are there any specific condintions for air to act as a screen? I just did my air wedge experiment yesterday and was wondering if we were to do it on a bigger scale, how would we do it?
 
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Considering that you have given no details of the experiment at all, I suspect it'll be rather difficult to answer. Do you mean an air wedge interferometer?
 
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