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🧪 Diffraction Interference Patterns

Interactive simulation of light diffraction. Single slit, double-slit (Young's experiment), diffraction grating. Observe interference patterns and the wave nature of light. MySimulator.uk

Physics & Mechanics2DModerate60 FPS📱 Mobile-adapted
diffraction-interference-patterns ↗ Open standalone
⚙ Under the hood

This simulation allows you to explore diffraction by manipulating the wavelength and size of an obstacle, observing how light waves bend around it and create interference patterns. Experiment with different scenarios to understand this key phenomenon in wave optics.

Diffraction WavesWave BendingInterference

2D · HTML5 Canvas 2D · 60 FPS target · runs fully client-side, no install

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