Abstract

We present the approximate polynomial expression for an ellipsoid with rotational symmetry about its major axis, which is on the y–z plane and at angle θ with respect to the z axis. These expressions have many possible useful applications in optics as shown. The main optical properties of these types of inclined ellipsoidal surface will be reviewed.

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