Thin Film Interference Calculator
Calculate interference conditions in thin films like soap bubbles and optical coatings
Formulas Used
Optical Path Difference: 2nt·cos(θ')
Phase shift on reflection: π if reflecting from higher-n medium
Constructive: OPD = mλ or (m+1/2)λ depending on phase shifts
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Formula Source: University Physics
by Young & Freedman
🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.