Reciprocal Lattice and DiffractionExplores reciprocal lattice in 2D systems, diffraction from lattice and atomic structures, emphasizing scattering and constructive interference.
Fresnel Diffraction: Zones and PatternsExplores Fresnel diffraction, Fraunhofer diffraction, the Babinet principle, and optical microscope resolution, as well as near-field microscopy and SNOM/NSOM imaging.
Electromagnetic Waves and OpticsCovers the fundamentals of electromagnetic waves and optics, including interference phenomena, diffraction, refraction, and reflection of light.
Dynamical ScatteringExplores dynamical scattering in electron diffraction, discussing interdependent scattering and challenging interpretation of diffracted beams.