Recording Interferograms Holographically

Abstract

Images of experiments stored for later analysis Classical interferometer modified for holography by removing entrance semireflecting mirror and inserting holographic recording in one of legs. Collimated laser beam projected through hologram and directed to remaining semitransparent mirror. Combines with reference beam from same laser to form virtual image of original experiment. Developed for experiments on crystal growth during space flights. Images recorded rapidly under constraints of experiments and later examined on ground.