A Theoretical Analysis of Laser Doppler Flowmeters
- 1 February 1974
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Optica Acta: International Journal of Optics
- Vol. 21 (2) , 119-149
- https://doi.org/10.1080/713818877
Abstract
A theoretical analysis is given of single and dual beam scattering flowmeters. All propagating beams are treated rigorously, taking their Gaussian characteristics into account. An exact derivation of the Doppler frequency shows how it depends on the position of the scattering particle within the scattering volume. The spatial and spectral resolutions of both Doppler systems are given. It is shown in what way these depend on the geometry of the optical arrangement. The average power spectrum of the detector signal is derived as a function of the particle concentration. The signal-to-noise ratios of both systems are calculated and compared. Some inherent differences between the two systems will be pointed out.Keywords
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