Voigt
The term "Voigt" can refer to several concepts, but it is most commonly associated with the Voigt profile, which describes the shape of spectral lines in physics. This profile combines both Lorentzian and Gaussian distributions, making it useful for analyzing the broadening of spectral lines due to various effects, such as pressure and temperature changes.
Additionally, "Voigt" may refer to the German physicist Woldemar Voigt, who contributed to the understanding of these profiles in the context of optics and spectroscopy. His work has applications in fields like astronomy and materials science, where precise measurements of light are essential.