412 Pages
by
CRC Press
412 Pages
by
CRC Press
412 Pages
by
CRC Press
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Since the invention of the laser, our fascination with the photon has led to one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing fields of technology. As the reality of all-optical systems quickly comes into focus, it is more important than ever to have a thorough understanding of light and the optical components used to control it. Comprising chapters drawn from the author's highly anticipated book... Read more
The Nature of Light. Light and Shadows. Thermal Radiation. Light Production. Light Intensity. Light and Colour. Laws of Light. Plane Mirrors. Spherical Mirrors. Lenses. Prisms. Beamsplitters. Light Passing through Optical Components. Optical Instruments for Viewing Applications. Polarization of Light. Optical Materials. Photonics Laboratory Safety. Appendix A: Details of the Devices, Components, Tools, and Parts. Appendix B: International System of Units (SI). Appendix C: Lighting Lamps. Glossary. Index.
Biography
Al-Azzawi, Abdul
