Wave Reflection from Parabolic Reflector

Parabolic Reflector Wave Reflection

• Straight waves reflect from a parabolic reflector.
• Reflection obeys the laws of reflection.
• Waves converge at the focal point of the reflector.
• Focal point is where reflected wave rays meet.
• Incident wave rays are perpendicular to the wavefront.
• Angle of incidence equals angle of reflection.
• Reflected wavefronts move towards the focal point.