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Toroidal reflector

A toroidal reflector is a special shape that helps to reflect light so that it goes in a specific direction. Imagine you have a flashlight that shines light in all directions. If you hold a toroidal reflector behind the flashlight, the reflector will bounce the light in a certain direction, like a spotlight.

The toroidal reflector has a unique shape like a donut or a tire, which is different from a regular flat mirror. The shape is curved in a specific way to concentrate and focus light. For example, the reflector can focus light onto a stage or a specific area, making it brighter and easier to see.

Think of it like trying to make the sun's light more concentrated. If you use a magnifying glass and focus the sunlight onto a piece of paper, it will get hot and maybe even start a fire! It's the same idea with a toroidal reflector, except it's focusing artificial light instead of sunlight.

So, to sum it up: a toroidal reflector is a special shape that helps to concentrate light in a certain direction. It's like a fancy mirror that makes things brighter and easier to see.