Reflection on a parabola surface

Using the equation ax^2, a reflector of a fixed width is formed. The focus of the parabola sends out light rays in equal angles and these are reflected to determine the uniformity of the collimated light.

 

Lisa Christensen

 
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Activity
Tags
collimation  focus  light  parabola  reflector 
Target Group (Age)
14 – 18
Language
English (United States)
 
 
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