Abstract
A matrix method for calculating the polarization aberrations of light beams is
discussed in detail. The radiation is represented as a coherent collection of
Hermite-Gauss modes with definite amplitude, phase, and polarization state, with the
longitudinal component of the field being taken into account. The polarization
aberrations of the beam as it passes through a thin lens are considered, taking into
account the influence of a circular stop.
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