When simulating light pipes, will the choice of a source (collimated beam vs angular beam) make any difference on the efficiency of the light pipe to channel light from source on one end to the detector on the other end.
Hello Avijit Prakash,
Based on my knowledge, the radiation pattern of your light source has a significant effect on your results. Therefore, I strongly agree with Dr. Sascha
Regards. - Hossien
Dear Avijit Prakash,
I don't know the geometry nor the physical properties of your light pipe, but the vergence of the light will probably make a difference in efficiency. Depending on the angle of incidence, more or less light might be refracted to the outside of the pipe where you do not need it; only for a certain range of angles will there be total reflection inside the pipe, which would mean maximum efficiency because all of the light may reach the detector.
Kind regards,
Sascha Grusche
Hello Avijit Prakash,
Based on my knowledge, the radiation pattern of your light source has a significant effect on your results. Therefore, I strongly agree with Dr. Sascha
Regards. - Hossien
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