How can I explain the mirage created from two parabolic mirrors?

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Hi. I would like to know where can I find detailed information on how is a mirage created when you place an object between two parabolic mirrors, with one of them opened.

You must know about this device:
http://www.optigone.com/mirage_images/hologramWhand.gif

In other words, I would like to know where can I find detailed information on how does it work.

Thanks a lot :p.
 
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well, I just Googled 'parabolic mirror illusion' and came up with several websites that describe the geometry.
 
Thanks Dave. Think I've got some few good sites.