Revisiting the double-slit experiment of light: from wave theory to pulse theory
zhiwei lyu, Nan Lv, Tong Lyu
The double-slit interference experiment has long been regarded as a cornerstone of the wave theory of light. However, optical interference patterns are absent in everyday life, prompting many scientists to question the validity of the experiment under specific conditions. Until now, no experiments have definitively challenged this theory. Here, we revisit double-slit experiment through experimental validation. Results show that light and dark fringes are not caused by light wave interference, but rather by diffraction from vertical walls of the slits. This discovery challenges the conventional wave interference theory and presents a new perspective on the pulse nature of light, where overlapping spectra enhance energy without cancelation. This research offers novel insights into the nature of light and introduces new perspectives for optical research.
•Oct 21, 2024•0 citations