Optical physics Books

Preston's book is a classic work on the theory of light and its many applications. In this book, he provides detailed descriptions of the properties of light, the nature of light waves, and their behavior under different conditions. He also discusses the...

In diesem Buch gibt Eugene Lommel in fünfundzwanzig Vorlesungen eine leicht verständliche Einführung in die Physik des Lichts. Der Leser wird in die Welt der Optik eingeführt und lernt alles Wissenswerte über Lichtwellen, Brechung, Reflexion und...

This book provides a new theory of color based on experimental facts and explores its applications in scientific and industrial investigations. An essential read for anyone interested in the science of color.This work has been selected by scholars as...

Preface - 1. The Compound Microscope - 2. Methods of illuminating and Using the Microscope - 3. The Stereomicroscope - 4. Measuring and Counting with the Microscope - 5. Preparing Mounts for the Microscope - 6. Collecting and Preparing Pure Cultures of...

Preface. 1. Fundamental Concepts and Units in Magnetism and Magnetic Recording; F. Grandjean, G.J. Long. 2. Digital Magnetic Recording; S.B. Luitjens. 3. Magnetic Properties and Preparation of Thin-Film Magnetic Recording Media; J.C. Lodder. 4...

Preface. 1. Finite Element Method. 2. Planar Optical Waveguides. 3. Optical Channel Waveguides. 4. Optical Fibers. 5. Polarization-Maintaining Optical Fibers. 6. Optical Gratings. 7. Optical Waveguide Discontinuities. 8. Nonlinear Optical Waveguide...

Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Principles of Laser Oscillation. 3. Structures and Characteristics of Lasers. 4. Noises in Lasers. 5. Principles and Methods of FM Noise Reduction in Lasers. 6. Experiments on FM Noise Reduction. 7. Applications of Highly...

Preface. 1. Materials for Waveguide Optoelectronics; R.M. De La Rue. 2. Design and Modelling of Passive and Active Optical Waveguide Devices; R. Baets, P. Kaczmarski, P. Vankwikelberge. 3. LiNb03 Devices; M. Papuchon. 4. Impact of Low-Dimensional...

This second edition of Lens Design: Automatic and quasi-autonomous computational methods and techniques shows how these new tools can design systems in minutes that would have required weeks or months of labor using older methods. No practising lens...

1 Basic Laser Mechanisms.- 2 Optics, Resonators and Beams.- 3 Carbon Dioxide Lasers.- 4 Solid State Lasers.- 5 Excimer Lasers.- 6 Semiconductor Lasers.- 7 Safety.- 8 Beam Manipulation.

I Introduction.- 1 Review of Quantum Mechanics.- 1.1 Time-Dependent Perturbation Theory.- 1.2 The Rabi Two-Level Problem.- 1.2.1 Light Shifts.- 1.2.2 The Dressed Atom Picture.- 1.2.3 The Bloch Vector.- 1.2.4 Adiabatic Rapid Passage.- 1.3 Excited-State...

Ultra-wideband (UWB), short-pulse (SP) electromagnetics are now being used for an increasingly wide variety of applications, including collision avoidance radar, concealed object detection, and communications. Notable progress...

Due to the rapid progress in laser technology a wealth of novel fundamental and applied applications of lasers in atomic and plasma physics have become possible. This book focuses on the interaction of high intensity lasers...

Soon after the laser was invented it became obvious that this new inst- ment, providingvisibleandinfraredradiationwithhighintensitydensity and small divergence, would be a great tool for remote monitoring of atmospheric...

This book presents selected contributions of the Ultra-Wideband Short-Pulse Electromagnetics 7 Conference, including electromagnetic theory, scattering, Ultrawideband (UWB) antennas, UWB systems, ground penetrating radar, UWB...

In response to significant developments in sensor science and technology, this book offers insight into the various extended applications and developments of N4 macrocycle complexes in biomimetic electrocatalysis. Chapters are...

the model for low-PMD ?bers; Nicolas Gisin covered the increasingly important topic of the interaction of PMD with polarization dependent loss. Other topics that were included in the school were: "PMD models," which was covered...

Optoelectronic devices are currently being developed at an extraordinary rate. Organic light-emitting diodes, photovoltaic devices and electro-optical modulators are pivotal to the future of displays, photosensors and solar...

The ?eld that encompasses the term "quantum interference" combines a number of separate concepts, and has a variety of manifestations in d- ferent areas of physics. In the sense considered here, quantum interference is...

The Seventh Rochester Conference on Coherence and Quantum Optics was held on the campus of the University of Rochester during the four-day period June 7 - 10, 1996. More than 280 scientists from 33 countries participated. This...

In this book we present a snapshot of the state of the art in photonics in 1994, showing typical applications and emerging new ones; discussing the key technologies behind these applications, their limitations, and prospects...

In 1945, Dr. Ernst Weber founded, and was the first Director of, the Microwave Research Institute (MRI) at Polytechnic University (at that time named the Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn). MRI gained worldwide recognition in...

This volume contains the papers presented at the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Localization and Propagation o[ Classical Waves in Random and Periodic Media held in Aghia Pelaghia, Heraklion, Crete, May 26- 30, 1992. The...

""A Treatise On Earthquake Dangers, Causes And Palliatives"" is a book written by Thomas Rowlandson and published in 1869. The book provides a detailed analysis of earthquakes, their causes, and the measures that can be taken to mitigate their effects...

This book is a detailed exploration of the properties and behavior of higher-order prisms (prisms with more than three sides) and their applications in optical experiments. Originally published in the early 20th century, it offers a comprehensive...

This book delves into the origins and properties of spectra, exploring the interaction of light with various materials. The authors provide a comprehensive overview of the physics and chemistry behind the creation and analysis of spectra, making this an...

This syllabus outlines a course of six lectures on light, covering topics such as reflection, refraction, and polarization. With clear explanations and helpful diagrams, Goodspeed's lectures provide a valuable resource for those seeking to better...

This classic text on the science of light and vision has been a staple of physics classrooms for decades. George S. Monk provides a clear and concise introduction to the principles of optics and the physical properties of light. Featuring a wealth of...

Southall's textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and methods of geometrical optics. The book is a valuable resource for students and researchers in the fields of physics and optics and is widely regarded as a classic in the...

This insightful volume explores the fascinating science of color and its many practical applications. From the physics of light and color to the psychological and artistic effects of color, this book offers a comprehensive overview of this important...

In this series of lectures, George Gabriel Stokes, a prominent physicist and mathematician, examines the nature of light. His lectures cover a wide range of topics, from the properties of light waves to the behavior of light in different media. Stokes's...

Brewster's book is a classic work on the history of scientific instruments and their use in experiments on light and colors. In this book, Brewster describes a wide range of optical instruments, including microscopes, telescopes, and prisms, and provides...

Ce manuel de physique est une présentation complète et simplifiée de l'optique. Il présente les principaux concepts et théories en utilisant un langage clair et facile à comprendre. Le livre est accompagné de nombreuses illustrations pour aider les...

Dieses Buch enthält eine Darstellung der Farbenlehre und optischen Studien des deutschen Naturforschers Heinrich Wilhelm Dove. Es ist eine detaillierte Beschreibung der Theorie der Farben und des Lichts und ist besonders für Wissenschaftsinteressierte...

This fascinating book offers a detailed look at optics and its application to art and science. Written by a prominent scientist and artist, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the physics of light and vision, as well as practical guidance on...

In this pioneering work, Schwartz and Sharir present a groundbreaking approach to the problem of object recognition in real-world situations. Drawing on insights from computational geometry, their algorithms are able to identify partially obscured...

This classic text provides a comprehensive overview of the principles of optics and their applications. It covers the properties and behavior of light, the nature of lenses and mirrors, and the principles of spectroscopy and polarization. It also...

In this series of lectures, renowned physicist John Tyndall explores the nature and properties of light. Using experiments, illustrations, and plain language, Tyndall makes the complex subject of optics accessible to a general audience. Whether you're a...

Dieses Buch bietet zwölf gründliche Vorlesungen zur Natur des Lichts. Es ist ein umfassendes Nachschlagewerk für Physiker und alle, die sich mit dem Thema Licht beschäftigen. Es enthält viele wertvolle Informationen und richtet sich gleichermaßen an...

This book is a collection of essays on the subject of luminescence by Edward Leamington Nichols, a prominent American physicist and educator. Originally published in the late 19th century, these essays offer insights into the physics of light and the...

This insightful work by William Ballantyne Anderson provides a comprehensive guide to the study of light spectra and the use of concave gratings. Focusing on the specific example of sodium vapor, Anderson provides detailed instructions and analysis,...

Dieses Werk beschäftigt sich mit der wissenschaftlichen Messung von Licht und gibt einen Einblick in die Techniken der Photometrie. Johann Heinrich Lambert beschreibt die verschiedenen Formen des Lichts sowie die Methoden zur Messung von Intensität und...

Die Beugungsercheinungen Aus Den Fundamentalgesetzen Der Undulationstheorie Analytisch Entwickelt Und in Bildern Dargestellt est un livre sur la théorie de la diffraction des ondes écrit par Friedrich Magnus Schwerd. Le livre explique les concepts de...

This classic work of science explains how the analysis of light spectra can be used to understand the properties of matter. Written in a clear and accessible style, Heinrich Schellen's book covers a wide range of topics, from the nature of...

In this classic work on light and vision, Lloyd provides a comprehensive overview of the properties of light, and how they are perceived by the human eye. He also discusses the properties of lenses, mirrors, and other optical instruments, and provides...