Gravitational-Wave Wave Optics Lensing Simulations and Phenomenology

Explore a 35-minute physics lecture from the Workshop on "Lensing and Wave Optics in Strong Gravity" that delves into the fascinating world of gravitational wave lensing and its detection methods. Learn how Einstein's theory predicts gravitational waves can be influenced by gravitational fields from intervening matter, similar to light. Discover why upcoming upgrades to ground-based detectors may soon lead to observations of gravitational-wave lensing, and understand the key differences between gravitational-wave and light lensing detection techniques. Gain insights into recent research findings on gravitational-wave lensing, with particular focus on wave optics phenomenology and the unique characteristics of waves from merging compact objects.