On inverse problem with phase retrieval for an inclined line in the parabolic approximation

Abstract

The inverse problem of amplitude reconstruction on an inclined line based on the values of amplitude or its module as recorded on semi-infinite line orthogonal to the beam propagation direction is considered within the framework of 2D parabolic equation. It is demonstrated that this inverse problem, in case when the complex image plane amplitude is known, can be reduced to a singular Cauchy type integral equation. The existence of its solutions requires that certain conditions be met but if a solution exists it is necessary unique. The obtained integral equation is then approximated piece-wisely and the resulting linear algebraic system is solved numerically while applying necessary regularization procedures to enhance the stability of its solutions. Finally, an iterative method of phase retrieval is developed and a set of numerical experiments is performed.