Quality Factor in Optical Systems

Computes the Q factor of an optical system using: Q = 2π × f × E / P, where f is the resonant frequency, E is the stored energy, and P is the power dissipated per cycle.

Inputs

Resonant Frequency(Hz)

Resonant frequency of the optical system in hertz

Stored Energy(J)

Energy stored in the resonator in joules

Power Dissipated(W)

Power dissipated per cycle in watts

Results

⚠Power dissipated must be greater than zero

Quality Factor—Dimensionless quality factor (source labels output unit as Watt — that is a source bug)