Calculating Intensity of Fringes with Young's Formula | Fringe Width Calculation

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around calculating the intensity of fringes produced by a double-slit interference experiment, specifically focusing on fringe width and related formulas. The scope includes theoretical aspects and potential resources for further exploration.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks to calculate the intensity of fringes on a screen behind two slits with a specified width.
  • Another participant suggests searching for "two slit interference" for more information and mentions Hyperphysics as a potentially useful resource, though notes it may lack detailed explanations.
  • A different participant claims to have found a good paper on the subject, implying it may contain relevant information.
  • A later reply agrees that the suggested paper could be a suitable source depending on the reader's level of understanding.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus on the best approach to calculate the intensity of the fringes, and multiple suggestions for resources and methods are presented without resolution.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include potential gaps in the provided resources, varying levels of understanding among participants, and the need for further clarification on specific calculations or formulas.

naima
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Hi all

I am looking for the intensity of the fringes on the screen behind two slits with a given width.
I thought it would be easy to find with google but no.
 
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Google 'two slit interference'. That should bring on an avalanche of hits. The Hyperphysics site is usually a good source of formulae, although it is sometimes a bit short on chatty explanations (PF is good for that).
 
I found a good paper on the subject
 
That looks to be a good source.
If it suits your level then it's perfect!
 

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