Third Dimension, The

Synopsis

Examines the three-dimensional images produced by holograms. The programme is chiefly concerned with the possibilities of holography as a medium for display and illustration. Begins with an experiment which shows the microscopic interference fringes of coherent light which form the basis of holography. Looks at some remarkably high quality holograms at Loughborough University and shows the layout for their recording. Examines holograms that can be viewed in ordinary white light (i.e. a light bulb) and a method for incorporating movement into holographic images.

Series

St291 Videocassette 2

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 24 min.

Year of production

1977

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Subjects

Technology

Keywords

holography; imaging technology

Credits

Cast

Keith Hodgkinson

Production Company

Name

BBC Open University Productions

Distributor

Name

Open University Worldwide

Web

http://www.ouw.co.uk External site opens in new window

Phone

+44 (0) 1908 274066

Address

Walton Hall
Milton Keynes
MK7 6AA

Notes

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