Optical physics Books
Taylor & Francis Ltd Handbook of Electroluminescent Materials
Book SynopsisAn electroluminescent (EL) material is one that emits electromagnetic (EM) radiation in the visible or near visible range when an electric field is applied to it. EL materials have a vast array of applications in the illumination and displays industries, from cheap and energy efficient lighting to large high resolution flat panel displays. The Handbook of Electroluminescent Materials begins with a chapter that outlines the basic physical principles of electroluminescence. The following chapters review in detail the preparation methods, physicochemical structures, characterization, and applications of all classes of EL materials, ranging from the traditional materials already in common usage to the more exotic materials, such as GaN and organics. The final chapter compares and contrasts these different materials in various application contexts.Table of ContentsPrinciples of EL.II-VI group materials.III-V group materials.IV group materials.Organic materials.Flourides.High-Tc superconductors.
£285.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd Modeling Fluctuations in Scattered Waves Series
Book SynopsisFluctuations in scattered waves limit the performance of imaging and remote sensing systems that operate on all wavelengths of the electromagnetic spectrum. To better understand these fluctuations, Modeling Fluctuations in Scattered Waves provides a practical guide to the phenomenology, mathematics, and simulation of non-Gaussian noise models and discusses how they can be used to characterize the statistics of scattered waves.Through their discussion of mathematical models, the authors demonstrate the development of new sensing techniques as well as offer intelligent choices that can be made for system analysis. Using experimental results and numerical simulation, the book illustrates the properties and applications of these models. The first two chapters introduce statistical tools and the properties of Gaussian noise, including results on phase statistics. The following chapters describe Gaussian processes and the random walk model, address multiple scattering effects and propagation through an extended medium, and explore scattering vector waves and polarization fluctuations. Finally, the authors examine the generation of random processes and the simulation of wave propagation.Although scattered wave fluctuations are sources of information, they can hinder the performance of imaging and remote sensing systems. By providing experimental data and numerical models, this volume aids you in evaluating and improving upon the performance of your own systems.Table of ContentsStatistical Preliminaries. The Gaussian Process. Processes Derived from Gaussian Noise. Scattering by a Collection of Discrete Objects: The Random Walk Model. Scattering by Continuous Media: Phase Screen Models. Scattering by Smoothly Varying Phase Screens. Scattering by Fractal Phase Screens. Other Phase Screen Models. Propagation through Inhomogeneous Extended Media. Multiple scattering: Fluctuations in Double Passage and Multipath Scattering Geometries. Vector Scattering: Polarisation Fluctuations. K-Distributed Noise. Measurement and Detection. Numerical Techniques.
£166.25
Taylor & Francis Ltd XRay Lasers 2004
Book SynopsisX-Ray Lasers 2004 comprises invited, contributed, and poster papers presented at the 9th International Conference on X-Ray Lasers (ICXRL2004) held in Beijing in May 2004. Some 120 participants from 13 countries and regions met in Beijing to compare results and exchange views on future developments in x-ray lasers and related fields.The book covers the following topics: overviews of x-ray lasers research, collisionally pumped x-ray lasers, capillary discharge-pumped x-ray lasers, OFI and photo-pumped x-ray lasers, high-order harmonics XUV radiation, grazing incidence pumping x-ray lasers, theory and simulations of x-ray lasers and plasma media, free-electron lasers and accelerator-based x-ray sources, alternative pumping schemes for x-ray lasers, applications of x-ray lasers and other bright x-ray sources, x-ray optics and instrumentation, investigations of x-ray laser media, and developments of x-ray laser drivers. X-Ray Lasers 2004 provides not only an overview and an Table of ContentsPreface, Conference Organization, Sponsors, Conference Schedule, Section 1: Overviews of X-ray lasers research, Section 2: CoIIisionally pumped X-ray lasers, Section 3: Capillary discharge-pumped X-ray lasers, Section 4: OFI and photo-pumped X-ray lasers, Section 5: High-order harmonics XUV radiation, Section 6: Grazing Incidence Pumping (GRIP) X-ray lasers, Section 7: Theory and simulations of X-ray lasers and plasma media, Section 8: Free-electron lasers and accelerator-based X-ray sources, Section 9: Alternative pumping schemes for X-ray lasers, Section 10: Applications of X-ray lasers and other bright X-ray sources, Section 11: X-ray optics and instrumentation, Section 12: Investigations of X-ray laser media, Section 13: Developments of X-ray laser drivers, Author Index
£275.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Encyclopedic Handbook of Integrated Optics
Book SynopsisAs optical technologies move closer to the core of modern computer architecture, there arise many challenges in building optical capabilities from the network to the motherboard. Offering a broad treatment of the field, this guide covers the fundamentals, principles, and applications of integrated optics technology.Table of ContentsAbsorption. Acousto-Optics Devices. Add/Drop Filter. Arrayed Waveguide Grating. Athermal Component. Attenuator. BPM (Beam Propagation Method). Directional Coupler. Dispersion and Its Control. Distributed Bragg Reflector (DBR) Laser. Distributed Feedback (DFB) Laser. EA (Electro-Absorption) Modulator. Erbium Doped Fiber Amplifier (EDFA). Fiber Bragg Grating. Fibers. Filter. Four Wavelength Mixing. Frequency Chirping. Integrated Twin-Guide Laser. Isolator/Circulator. Lambda Plate. Light. Lithium Niobate (LN) Modulator. Magneto-Optic Switch. Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS). Microlens. Mircro-Ring Resonator Circuit. Mode Locking. Mode Scrambler. Modulation of Semiconductor Lasers. Multi-Mode Interference Devices. Nano-Photonics. Nonlinear Optical Waveguide. Optical Convolution. Optical Coupling in Waveguides. Optical Coupling of Lasers and Fibers. Optical Fiber. Optical Filter Synthesis. Optical Interconnects. Optical Loss. Optical Parallel Processor. Optical Parametric Amplifier (OPA). Optical Pickup. Optical Scattering. Optical Switch. Optical Tap. Opticlal Resonator. Optoelectronic Integrated Circuit (OEIC). Periodic Structure. Phase Shifter (Lambda Plate). Photodetector. Photonic Crystal. Planar Lightwave Circuit (PLC). Planar Microlens. Polarization. Polarization Control. Quantum Wells for Integrated Optics. Raman Amplifier. RF Spectrum Analyzer. Scattering . Second Harmonic Generation (SHG). Semiconductor Laser. Semiconductor Optical Amplifier. Single Photone source. Stacked Planer Optical Circuit. Surface Acoustic Wave Device (SAW Device). ThermoOptic Device . 3R (Retiming Reshaping Regeneration). Traveling-Wave Electro Absorption Modulator. Transmitter/Receiver. Tunable Semiconductor Laser. Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL). Waveguide Bends. Waveguide Modeling. Waveguide Theory. Wavelength Conversion. Wavelength Multiplexer/Demultiplexer (MX/DMUX in WDM). Y-Branch.
£204.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Electron and Ion Microscopy and Microanalysis
Book SynopsisThe publication date of the first edition is not stated, but the new edition is apparently considerably revised and expanded. It was written to serve as a multi-purpose text at the senior or graduate level and as a reference for the practicing scientist or engineer. Readers should have a math backgrTable of ContentsCHAPTER 1: FUNDAMENTAL PROPERTIES OF ELECTRONS AND IONS. CHAPTER 2: ELECTRON EMISSION AND EMISSION AND IONIZATION MICROSCOPY. CHAPTER. 3: ELECTRON AND ION OPTICS AND OPTICAL SYSTEMS. CHAPTER 4: ELECTRON AND ION PROBE MICROANALYSIS. CHAPTER 5: ELECTRON AND ION MICROSCOPY OF SURFACES. CHAPTER 6: ELECTRON DIFFRACTION. CHAPTER 7: TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPY. CHAPTER 8: HIGH-VOLTAGE ELECTRON MICROSCOPY.
£332.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Laser Electrochemistry of Intermediates
Book SynopsisLaser photoelectron emission not only allows investigation of interfaces between electrodes and solution, but also provides a method for fast generation of intermediate species in the vicinity of the interface and so permits study of their electrode reactions. Laser Electrochemistry of Intermediates presents the first-ever comprehensive review of this important phenomenon and its electrochemical applications.The book explores how the innovative method of laser electron emission from metal electrodes resolves two fundamental problems inherent in current methods of intermediate species (IS) generation and detection: difficulty generating IS quickly in the vicinity of the electrode surface and low IS surface concentration. In addition, for the first time, quasi-free and solvated electrons, hydrogen atoms, simple organic and inorganic radicals, and ions with anomalous valence are systematically studied. Laser Electrochemistry of Intermediates incorporates a unique, two-pronged aTable of ContentsPrefaceElectron Emission from Metal into Electrolyte SolutionOne-Photon Emission. Theoretical Model. Two-Photon Emission. Thermoemission of Nonequilibrium Heated Electron Gas.Excess Electrons in Polar LiquidsThermalization Length. Energy Losses by Photoelectrons. Solvation of Excess Electrons. Solvation Dynamics. Thermodynamic Properties of Excess Electrons.Electron Transfer ReactionsPolarization Coordinate. Dynamic Polarization of Dielectric Continuum. Adiabatic and Non-Adiabatic Reactions. Reorganization Energy and Electronic Matrix Element. Energy Gap Law. Molecular Dynamics of Electron-Transfer Reactions.Regimes of Electrode ReactionsTunneling Current from Metal into Redox Center. Normal, Barrierless and Activationless Discharge. Modified Arrhenius Law. Electronic Friction. Parabolic Marcus' Formula and Tafel Law.Time Resolved Voltammography of Intermediate SpeciesGeneration of Short-Lived IS. Discharge Currents of IS Generated by Electron Emission. Voltammograms of IS Generated by Alternating Photoemission Current. Discharge of IS Generated by Short Photoemission Pulse. Time-Resolved Voltammograms of IS. Characteristic Quadrangle of Tafel Lines for Two-Electron Electrode Reactions.Electrochemistry of Hydrogen AtomsAnomalous Mobility of H Atoms in Water. Ionization of Hydrogen Atoms. Electrochemical Desorption. Electron-Proton Transfer.Electrochemistry of Free Radicals and Ions of Anomalous Valence IS of Electrochemical Carbon Cycle. Electrochemistry of Alkyl and Hydroxyalkyl Radicals. pKa Scale of Weak CH-Acids. IS of the Electrochemical Nitrogen Cycle. Electrode Reactions of Ions of Anomalous Valence. ConclusionBibliographyIndex
£332.50
Taylor & Francis Inc HANDBOOK OF PHOTONICS 2ND EDITION
Book SynopsisFeatures information on optical fiber technology and the economic impact of photonics. This book covers technologies in nanotechnology. It contains sections on optical amplifiers and polymeric optical materials. It covers photonics materials, devices and systems.Trade Review"This book is a complete guide to the understanding of how current photonics -- works...Undoubtedly useful for biomedical engineers and physicians who need to have an essential reference that encompasses all areas of photonics."- Valentin Grimblatov, Ph.D., Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, in IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology". . . a very useful reference."– Hsiung Hsu, Professor Emeritus, Ohio State University, in OPN, June 2008, Vol. 19, No. 5Table of ContentsPhotonics Technology. Photonic Materials. Photonic Devices and Optics. Photonic Systems.
£204.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Microoptics and Nanooptics Fabrication
Book SynopsisThe deep interconnection between micro/nanooptical components and related fabrication technologiesand the constant changes in this ever-evolving fieldmeans that successful design depends on the engineer's ability to accommodate cutting-edge theoretical developments in fabrication techniques and experimental realization.Documenting the state of the art in fabrication processes, Microoptics and Nanooptics Fabrication provides an up-to-date synopsis of recent breakthroughs in micro- and nanooptics that improve key developmental processes. This text elucidates the precise and miniaturized scale of today's fabrication methods and their importance in creating new optical components to access the spectrum of physical optics. It details successful fabrication techniques and their direct effect on the intended performance of micro- and nanooptical components. The contributors explore the constraints related to material selection, component lateralTable of ContentsFabricating Surface-Relief Diffractive Optical Elements. Fabrication of Microoptics with Plasma Etching Techniques. Analog Lithography with Phase-Grating Masks. Electron Beam Lithography for the Nanofabrication of Optical Devices. Nanoimprint Lithography and Device Applications. Design and Fabrication of Planar Photonic Crystals. Fabrication of 3D Photonic Crystals: Molded Tungsten Approach.
£185.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Applied Microphotonics 110 Optical Science and
Book SynopsisAs the limits of electrical performance come within sight, photons are poised to take over for the electron. But the search continues for the materials, topologies, and fabrication technologies capable of producing photonic devices at a reasonable speed and cost. Taking a fundamentallook at the development of photonic technology from the macro- to the microscale, Applied Microphotonics introduces the major principles and technologies underlying the field. Following an overview of historical and commercial driving forces, the authors briefly review the underlying physics, emphasizing the practical and design implications for photonic systems. This general discussion lays the foundation for the remainder of the book, where the authors first introduce the photonic node and then discuss each subsystem in detail, including transmitters, couplers and switches, multiplexers and demultiplexers, receivers, amplifiers, and compensators. The following chapters explore new technologies sTable of ContentsIntroduction. Technological Growth and the Market Push. Fundamentals of Interaction of Light with Matter. Photonic Node. Transmitters. Couplers and Switches. Multiplexers. Receivers. Amplifiers and Compensators. New Technologies. Materials, Fabrication, and Integration. Advanced Microphotonic Devices. Quantum Photonic Systems. Future Systems and Their Applications. Conclusion. Index.
£128.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Lasers in Polymer Science and Technolgy
Book SynopsisThe purpose of this 4-volume set is to examine some of the applications of lasers in polymer science and technology. Now available for the first time, up-to-date information on this fascinating subject is compiled and presented in compact form. This set focuses on current research and developments in the application of lasers in polymer and biopolymer chemistry. It includes experimental and theoretical details, apparatus, techniques, and applications. This set is a useful source for researchers, students, polymer chemists, and physicists involved in this astonishing field of high technology.Table of ContentsVOLUME IV: Laser Mass Spectrometry: Application to Polymer Analysis. Laser Optical Studies of Polymer Organization. Application of Lasers in the Scattering for the Study of Solid Polymers. Laser Spectroscopy in Life Sciences. Emission and Laser Raman Spectroscopy of Nucleic Acid Complexes. Picosecond Laser Spectroscopy and Optically Detected Magnetic Resonance on Model Photosynthetic Systems in Biopolymers.
£308.75
Taylor & Francis Inc Fluorescence Lifetime Spectroscopy and Imaging
Book SynopsisDuring the past two decades, there has been an increasing appreciation of the significant value that lifetime-based techniques can add to biomedical studies and applications of fluorescence. Bringing together perspectives of different research communities, Fluorescence Lifetime Spectroscopy and Imaging: Principles and Applications in Biomedical Diagnostics explores the remarkable advances in time-resolved fluorescence techniques and their role in a wide range of biological and clinical applications. Broadly accessible, the book captures the state-of-the-art of fluorescence lifetime metrology and imaging and provides current perspectives on their applications to biomedical studies of intact tissues and medical diagnosis. The text introduces these techniques within the wider context of fluorescence spectroscopy and describes basic principles underlying current instrumentation for fluorescence lifetime imaging and metrology (FLIM). It also covers the wide range of methodsTrade Review"This highly recommended comprehensive volume is a good resource for investigators who wish to apply these techniques. It is a self-contained book in which the physics and the analytical methods are carefully worked out in detail. … The discussions of fluorescence, the design and use of lifetime instrumentation, the various methods to analyze the data, and the biomedical applications are all current and well-illustrated."—Optics & Photonics News (OPN), October 2014"… a timely and comprehensive review of the state of the art by internationally leading experts in the field. It provides excellent coverage of the basic principles, as well as a thorough appraisal of the latest methods and applications. The book represents a major resource for researchers, students, and technologists."—Jem Hebden, Ph.D., Professor and Head, Department of Medical Physics and Bioengineering, University College London"This book provides comprehensive coverage on key aspects of fluorescence lifetime imaging, an emerging technique for life sciences and clinical diagnosis. The instrumentation and analysis sections include both well-known techniques and recent developments."—Dr. Qiyin Fang, Associate Professor of Engineering Physics, McMaster UniversityTable of ContentsIntroduction. Overview of Fluorescence Measurements and Concepts. Principles of Fluorescence Lifetime Instrumentation. Analysis of Fluorescence Lifetime Data. Tissue Fluorescence Lifetime Spectroscopy. Tissue Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging (Endogenous). Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging (Exogenous Probes).
£204.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Microwave Engineering
Book SynopsisDetailing the active and passive aspects of microwaves, Microwave Engineering: Concepts and Fundamentals covers everything from wave propagation to reflection and refraction, guided waves, and transmission lines, providing a comprehensive understanding of the underlying principles at the core of microwave engineering. This encyclopedic text not only encompasses nearly all facets of microwave engineering, but also gives all topicsincluding microwave generation, measurement, and processingequal emphasis. Packed with illustrations to aid in comprehension, the book: Describes the mathematical theory of waveguides and ferrite devices, devoting an entire chapter to the Smith chart and its applications Discusses different types of microwave components, antennas, tubes, transistors, diodes, and parametric devices Examines various attributes of cavity resonators, semiconductor and RF/microwave devices, and microwave integrated circuits Addresses sTrade Review"The book demonstrates a good understanding of the author’s knowledge of microwave engineering. It has extensive practical applications and a wide variety of problems with worked solutions. The book is written in such a way that the reader, through personal study, could achieve a satisfactory education in the subject of microwave engineering."—Brian Klaveness, Principal Lecturer and Programme Leader at Glyndwr University, Wrexham, UK "... covers everything from wave propagation to reflection and refraction, guided waves, and transmission lines, giving all topics equal emphasis and providing a comprehensive understanding of the underlying principles at the core of microwave engineering. In my opinion, the book is well written and easy to follow, so I am highly recommending it as a textbook for electronics and communication engineering students at the undergraduate level, though it may serve as a solid basis for advanced courses on microwaves at the postgraduate level as well."—Ivica Manic´, University of Niš, Serbia, from Microelectronics Reliability, February 2015 Table of ContentsIntroduction. Plane Waves. Reflection and Refection. Guided Waves. Transmission Lines. Smith Chart. Waveguides. Microwave Components. Microwave Ferrite Devices. Cavity Resonators. Scattering Parameters. Microwave Antennas. Microwave Measurement. Planar Transmission Lines. Microwave Tubes. Semiconductor Diodes and Masers. Transistors and Other Devices. Microwave Integrated Circuits. Appendices.
£147.25
Taylor & Francis Inc HighResolution XASXES
Book SynopsisPhoton-in-photon-out core level spectroscopy is an emerging approach to characterize the electronic structure of catalysts and enzymes, and it is either installed or planned for intense synchrotron beam lines and X-ray free electron lasers. This type of spectroscopy requires high-energy resolution spectroscopy not only for the incoming X-ray beam but also, in most applications, for the detection of the outgoing photons. Thus, the use of high-resolution X-ray crystal spectrometers whose resolving power ?E/E is typically about 104, is mandatory.High-Resolution XAS/XES: Analyzing Electronic Structures of Catalysts covers the latest developments in X-ray light sources, detectors, crystal spectrometers, and photon-in-photon-out core level spectroscopy techniques. It also addresses photon-in-photon-out core level spectroscopy applications for the study of catalytic systems, highlighting hard X-ray measurements primarily due to probe high penetration, enabling in situ Table of ContentsX-Ray Sources and Detectors. Crystal Spectrometers. Techniques: RXES, HR-XAS, HEROS, GIXRF, and GEXRF. Theoretical Models. Biological Catalysts. Heterogeneous Catalysts.
£185.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Neurophotonics and Brain Mapping
Book SynopsisUnderstanding how the brain works and developing effective therapeutics are important in advancing neuroscience and improving clinical patient care. Neurophotonics and Brain Mapping covers state-of-the-art research and development in optical technologies and applications for brain mapping and therapeutics. It provides a comprehensive overview of various methods developed using light, both microscopic and macroscopic techniques. Recent developments in minimally-invasive endoscopic imaging of deep brain structure and function, as well as light-based therapy are also reviewed.Table of ContentsClinical Translation of Optical Imaging and Spectroscopy. Optical Imaging of Brain Function: From Animal to Human. Emerging Technologies for Neuroimaging. Light-based Intervention Guidance and Therapy.
£166.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Handbook of Optoelectronics
Book SynopsisHandbook of Optoelectronics offers a self-contained reference from the basic science and light sources to devices and modern applications across the entire spectrum of disciplines utilizing optoelectronic technologies. This second edition gives a complete update of the original work with a focus on systems and applications.Volume I covers the details of optoelectronic devices and techniques including semiconductor lasers, optical detectors and receivers, optical fiber devices, modulators, amplifiers, integrated optics, LEDs, and engineered optical materials with brand new chapters on silicon photonics, nanophotonics, and graphene optoelectronics. Volume II addresses the underlying system technologies enabling state-of-the-art communications, imaging, displays, sensing, data processing, energy conversion, and actuation. Volume III is brand new to this edition, focusing on applications in infrastructure, transport, security, surveillance, environmTable of Contents1. An introduction to optoelectronics - Alan Rogers and Vincent Handerek. 2. Introduction to optical materials -Neil J. Ross. 3. Incandescent, discharge, and arc lamp sources - David O. Wharmby. 4. Detection of optical radiation - Antoni Rogalski, Zbigniew Bielecki, and Janusz Mikolajczyk. 5. Propagation along optical fibers and waveguides - John Love. 6. Introduction to lasers and optical amplifiers -William S. Wong, Chien-Jen Chen, and Yan Sun. 7. Advanced optics - Alan Rogers and Vincent Handerek. 8. Basic concepts in photometry, radiometry, and colorimetry - Yoshi Ohno. 9. Nonlinear and short pulse effects - Günter Steinmeyer. 10. Light emitting diodes (LEDs) - Klaus Streubel. 11. Semiconductor lasers - Jayanta Mukherjee and Stephen J. Sweeney. 12. Optical detectors and receivers - Hidehiro Kume. 13. Optical fiber devices - Suzanne Lacroix and Xavier Daxhelet. 14. Optical modulators - Nadir Dagli. 15. Optical amplifiers - Johan Nilsson, Jesper Lægsgaard, and Anders Bjarklev. 16. Ultrafast optoelectronics - Günter Steinmeyer. 17. Integrated optics - Nikolaus Boos and Christian Lerminiaux. 18. Infrared devices and techniques - Antoni Rogalski and Krzysztof Chrzanowski. 19. Organic light emitting devices - Martin Grell. 20. Microstructured optical fibers - Jesper Lægsgaard, Anders Bjarklev, and Tanya Monro. 21. Engineered optical materials -Peter G. R. Smith and Corin B. E. Gawith. 22. Silicon photonics - Sasan Fathpour. 23. Nanoplasmonic optoelectronics - Robert G. W. Brown.
£204.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Optical Compressive Imaging
Book SynopsisThis dedicated overview of optical compressive imaging addresses implementation aspects of the revolutionary theory of compressive sensing (CS) in the field of optical imaging and sensing. It overviews the technological opportunities and challenges involved in optical design and implementation, from basic theory to optical architectures and systems for compressive imaging in various spectral regimes, spectral and hyperspectral imaging, polarimetric sensing, three-dimensional imaging, super-resolution imaging, lens-free, on-chip microscopy, and phase sensing and retrieval. The reader will gain a complete introduction to theory, experiment, and practical use for reducing hardware, shortening image scanning time, and improving image resolution as well as other performance parameters. Optics practitioners and optical system designers, electrical and optical engineers, mathematicians, and signal processing professionals will all find the book a unique trove of information and practical gTrade Review"This is the book on how to bypass the sampling constraints of modern imaging systems. From a mathematical point of view, it deals with the problem of extracting information from an underdetermined system of equations. It is wide in its scope, covering applications ranging from holography and microscopy, to hyperspectral or polarization imaging. Readers can easily find out what can be done with this kind of imaging…." –Optics & Photonics News (May 2017)"The material contained in the book’s 300 pages substantiate the assertion that the reader ‘will gain a complete introduction to theory, experiment and practical use for reducing hardware, shortening image scanning time and improving image resolution’…. One is confident that this book will contribute to the growth of activity in compressive imaging and is thus appropriate to repeat the appreciation of the efforts of both the editor and the co-authors in assembling this volume." -Contemporary Physics (Nov 2017), review by K. Alan Shore"This is the book on how to bypass the sampling constraints of modern imaging systems. From a mathematical point of view, it deals with the problem of extracting information from an underdetermined system of equations. It is wide in its scope, covering applications ranging from holography and microscopy, to hyperspectral or polarization imaging. Readers can easily find out what can be done with this kind of imaging…." –Optics & Photonics News (May 2017)"The material contained in the book’s 300 pages substantiate the assertion that the reader ‘will gain a complete introduction to theory, experiment and practical use for reducing hardware, shortening image scanning time and improving image resolution’…. One is confident that this book will contribute to the growth of activity in compressive imaging and is thus appropriate to repeat the appreciation of the efforts of both the editor and the co-authors in assembling this volume." -Contemporary Physics (Nov 2017), review by K. Alan ShoreTable of ContentsI. The theory of compressive sensing and its applications in optics. Introduction to compressive sensing theory. Compressive sensing theory for optical systems described by a continuous model. Multi-channel data acquisition optics design for compressive sensing. Special challenges in application of CS for optical imaging and sensing II. Compressive imaging systems. Optical architectures for compressive imaging. Terahertz imaging with compressed sensing. Infrared imaging with compressed sensing. Motion compressive sensing. III. Compressive holography and compressive 3D imaging. Compressive holography. Performance analysis of Compressive Holography. Incoherent Compressive Holography. Compressive Integral Imaging. Compressive light-field sensing. IV. Spectral, hyperspectral imaging, and polarimetric compressive sensing systems. Compressive coded aperture spectral imaging. Compressive spectral and hyperspectral sensing with layered devices. Compressive polarimetric sensing. V. Seeing fine details with compressive sensing: microscopy and super-resolution. Super-resolution of sparse images using coherent and incoherent light. Compressive fluorescents microscopy. STORM using compressed sensing. CS methods for lens-free, on-chip microscopy. VI. Phase sensing, phase retrieval and phase tomography. Phase space tomography . Phase retrieval of sparse images.
£185.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Vacuum and Ultravacuum
Book SynopsisVacuum technology has enormous impact on human life in many aspects and fields, such as metallurgy, material development and production, food and electronic industry, microelectronics, device fabrication, physics, materials science, space science, engineering, chemistry, technology of low temperature, pharmaceutical industry, and biology. All decorative coatings used in jewelries and various daily productsincluding shiny decorative papers, the surface finish of watches, and light fixturesare made using vacuum technological processes. Vacuum analytical techniques and vacuum technologies are pillars of the technological processes, material synthesis, deposition, and material analysesall of which are used in the development of novel materials, increasing the value of industrial products, controlling the technological processes, and ensuring the high product quality. Based on physical models and calculated examples, the book provides a deeper look inside the vacuum physics and technologTrade ReviewThis comprehensive book on vacuum physics will provide the beginner, as well as the seasoned professional, with a handy reference for a wide variety of situations and background information critical to vacuum processes. It is very well illustrated and accessible at many levels of reader experience in vacuum technology. -IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine, January/February — Vol. 36, No. 1Table of ContentsPart 1: Physics of Low pressures. Fundamental Quantities in Vacuum Physics. Molecular Kinetic Theory and its Implications. Thermodynamics of Gases at Low Pressures. Real Gases. Transfer Phenomena in Gases at Vacuum Conditions. Molecular Collisions. Gas Flow at Vacuum Conditions. Sorption. Pumping Vacuum Systems. Part 2: Vacuum Production. Categorization of Vacuum Pumps. Mechanical Displacement Pumps. Dry Displacement pumps. Mechanical Kinetic Pumps. Kinetic Propellant Pumps and Accessories. Capture Pumps. Part 3: Low Pressure Measurements. Introduction into the Methodology of Low Pressure Measurements. Force Gauges with Manometric Fluids. Force Gauges with Elastic Deformation Elements. Force Gauges with Solid Sensing Elements. Viscosity Molecular Gauges. Vacuum Thermal Gauges. Ionization Gauges with Hot Filaments. Electric Discharge Vacuum Gauges. Vacuum Gauges with Radioactive Emitters. Partial Pressure Measurement at Vacuum Conditions. Energy Analyzers of Electrically Charged Particles. Gas Flow Measurements and Controls. Leak Detection. Appendix. Index. List of Tables.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Long Wavelength Infrared Detectors
Book SynopsisThis timely work presents a comprehensive overview of the development of new generations of infrared detectors based on artificially synthesized quantum structures. The growth of quantum wells and superlattices is well documents in this volume, as are the principal new superlattice technologies for long wavelength infrared detection. Featuring insightful contributions from researchers working at the "cutting edge" of this exciting field, this volume is sure to become an essential reference for advanced graduate students and researchers alike.Table of ContentsAbout the Series, Preface, Introduction, 1 The Basic Physics of Photoconductive Quantum Well, 2 Growth and Characterization of GalnP/GaAs, 3 Metal Grating Coupled Bound-to Miniband Transition, 4 Grating Coupled Quantum Well Infrared Detectors, 5 Normal Incidence Detection of Infrared Radiation, 6 N-Type III—V Multiple-Quantum-Well Detectors, 7 Infrared Detectors Based on GalnSb/InAs Superlattices, 8 Novel InTlSb Infrared Detectors, Index
£90.24
Springer Elementary Technical Optics
Book SynopsisFaces of Optics.- Wavefronts, Rays, Imaging.- Invariants and Matrices.- Aberrations of Optical Systems.- Introduction to Optical Instruments.- Applications of Coherent Light.- Applications of Polarized Light.- Optical Testing.- Radiometry, Light Sources and Sensors.- Introduction to Lasers.- Introduction to Spectral Instruments.- Introduction to Optics of Waveguides.- Adaptive Optics.- Simulation of the Propagation of Light.
£62.99
Walter de Gruyter Optik
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de Gruyter Oldenbourg Optik
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Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden Optik: Experimentalphysik – anschaulich erklärt
Book SynopsisDieses Lehrbuch präsentiert den Vorlesungsstoff der Bachelorvorlesung zur Optik modern und anschaulich gestaltet. Die Autoren behandeln die Strahlen- und Wellenoptik sowie die Grundlagen der Laserphysik: Wie berechnet man Beugungsbilder? Was ist der Zusammenhang zwischen Stefan-Boltzmann- und Wien’schem Verschiebungsgesetz? Wie funktioniert ein Laser?Das durchgängig vierfarbige Buch bietet Leserinnen und Lesern eine ausgewogene Mischung aus theoretischen Grundlagen, anschaulichen Experimenten und abgestimmten Aufgaben. Viele vorlesungsrelevante Experimente und Beispiele fördern ein vertieftes Verständnis der behandelten Themen. Übungsaufgaben prüfen das Gelernte ab und bereiten Studierende auf Prüfungen vor. Im Anhang „Mathematische Grundlagen“ sind wichtige mathematische Themen (u.a. Bessel-Funktionen und Fresnel-Integrale) zusammengestellt, die besondere Bedeutung in der Optik haben. Die einzelnen Lernelemente sind farblich hervorgehoben, so dass Leserinnen und Leser die wichtigen Aussagen, Experimente und Aufgaben auf einen Blick zuordnen können.Das Buch richtet sich an Studierende der Physik, des Lehramts Physik und alle, die Experimentalphysik erlernen wollen. Es spiegelt die Begeisterung der Autoren für die Experimentalphysik wider und steckt Leserinnen und Leser damit an.Die AutorenStefan Roth ist Dozent und Studienberater für das Fach Physik an der RWTH Aachen. Er beteiligt sich regelmäßig an den Kursvorlesungen zur experimentellen Physik und hat als Studienberater einen unmittelbaren Kontakt zu den Studierenden. Zu seinen Aufgaben gehört auch die Forschung auf dem Gebiet der Neutrinophysik.Achim Stahl ist Professor für Experimentalphysik an der RWTH Aachen. Er hält regelmäßig den Einführungskurs in experimenteller Physik für Physikstudierende, aus dem dieses Buch entstanden ist. Sein Forschungsgebiet ist die Elementarteilchenphysik am europäischen Forschungszentrum CERN in Genf und an anderen Projekten weltweit. Trade Review“... Das Werk zeichnet sich sowohl durch eine ansprechende Gestaltung als auch eine gelungene didaktische Präsentation aus. Hunderte von Farbabbildungen veranschaulichen die Aussagen und zeigen zahlreiche Geräte. ... Empfehlenswert für Bibliotheken an Hochschulorten mit entsprechendem Leserkreis.” (Michael Mücke, in: ekz-Informationsdienst, Heft 6, 2020)Table of ContentsLichtausbreitung.- Geometrische Optik.- Fotometrie.- Wellenoptik.- Laser.- liste der Symbole.- Lösungen der Aufgabe.- Mathematische Einführung.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Electromagnetic Resonances in Nonlinear Optics
Book SynopsisThis book is devoted to the numerous phenomena arising from the interplay between electromagnetic resonances and nonlinear optical interactions. These resonances are associated with surface plasmas or guided waves, excited in nonlinear optical resonators such as prisms or grating couplers. Topics include rigorous theories of diffraction by gratings in nonlinear optics, presented in a form ready for numerical implementations; scattering the matrix description in nonlinear optics leading to the phenomological approach based on the use of poles and zeros and other behaviours.Table of ContentsThis book is devoted to the numerous phenomena arising from the interplay between electromagnetic resonances and nonlinear optical interactions. Electromagnetic resonances are associated with surface plasmas or guided waves, excited in nonlinear optical resonators such as prisms or grating couplers. Electromagnetic Resonances in Nonlinear Optics covers related areas including rigorous theories of diffraction by gratings in nonlinear optics, presented in a form ready for numerical implementations; scattering the matrix description in nonlinear optics leading to the phenomological approach based on the use of poles and zeros and other behaviors. It is essential reading for those working or studying in optics, physics, electromagnetism, nonlinear optics, diffraction gratings and guided waves.
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Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd Optical Properties of Nanostructures
Book SynopsisThis book discusses electrons and photons in and through nanostructures by the first-principles quantum mechanical theories and fundamental concepts (a unified coverage of nanostructured electronic and optical components) behind nanoelectronics and optoelectronics, the material basis, physical phenomena, device physics, as well as designs and applications. The combination of viewpoints presented in the book can help foster further research and cross-disciplinary interaction needed to surmount the barriers facing future generations of technology design.Trade Review"This book offers an excellent insight into the optical property of functional nanostructures that is one of the frontiers of photonics, materials, physics, chemistry and nanotechnology. The elegant treatment of electrons and photons in nanostructures using the first-principles quantum mechanical theories, as well as the broad coverage from basic structures to passive components and active devices, makes it a unique reference for scientists and students interested in this area."—Prof. Limin Tong, Zhejiang University, ChinaTable of ContentsElectrons in Nanostructures. Light-Matter Interactions. Exciton and Exciton Photogeneration. Exciton Polariton. Optoelectronic Devices. Basics of Plasmonics. Surface Plasmonics Devices. Index.
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Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd Optics of Aperiodic Structures: Fundamentals and
Book SynopsisThis book presents state-of-the-art contributions from a number of leading experts that actively work worldwide in the rapidly growing, highly interdisciplinary, and fascinating fields of aperiodic optics and complex photonics. Edited by Luca Dal Negro, a prominent researcher in these areas of optical science, the book covers the fundamental, computational, and experimental aspects of deterministic aperiodic structures, as well as numerous device and engineering applications to dense optical filters, nanoplasmonics photovoltaics and technologies, optical sensing, light sources, and nonlinear optics.Trade Review"The authors have provided an important reference on a cutting-edge development of aperiodic structures in nanophotonics. Researchers and graduate students interested in nanophotonics, device development, and nonlinear wave structure interaction will benefit greatly from this book. In addition to an introduction to aperiodic order in nanophotonics and its importance for optical devices, this book covers propagation of electromagnetic waves in nonlinear aperiodic multilayers of arbitrary geometry and complex plasmonic nanostructures. The discussion of optical based filters, based on fractal and other aperiodic structures as well as pseudorandom lasers, should be helpful to readers. ... Researchers interested in quasi-periodic applications will appreciate the coverage of plasmonic concentrators and thin film organic solar thin films."--Axel Mainzer Koenig, CEO, 21st Century Data Analysis, a division of Koenig & Associates, Inc., Portland, Oregon, USA; from Optics & Photonics NewsTable of ContentsAperiodic Order in Nanophotonics and Nanoplasmonics. Optics and Engineering Applications of Fractal Structures. Photonic Quasi-Crystals. Lasing Phenomena and Engineering Device Applications of Deterministic Aperiodic Structures. Nonlinear Optics of Deterministic Aperiodic Media. Numerical and Analytical Simulation Techniques for Aperiodic Photonics and Plasmonics.
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Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd Plasma Harmonics
Book SynopsisPlasma harmonics is a new field of laser spectroscopy. The use of the solid elements of the periodic table, together with thousands of complex solid-state samples, largely extends the range of materials employed in plasma harmonics in contrast to the few light rare gases that are typically used. Thus the exploration of practically any available solid-state material through nonlinear spectroscopy comprising laser ablation and harmonic generation can be considered a new tool for materials science. Plasma harmonic spectroscopy exploits the spectral and structural properties of various ablated solid-state materials by propagating short laser pulses through laser-produced plasma and generating high-order harmonics of ultrashort laser pulses.The book describes the special features of plasma harmonics in laser-produced ablation plumes and discusses a wide range of nonlinear medium characteristics that can be produced by varying the conditions of laser plume production on the surface of a solid. This book compiles and details cutting-edge research in science and medicine from the interdisciplinary team of the Michigan Nanotechnology Institute for Medicine and Biological Sciences, who are currently revolutionizing drug delivery techniques through the development of engineered nanodevices. Edited by Istvan J Majoros and James Baker, Jr., two prominent nanotechnology researchers, this book is designed for workers involved in nanotechnology, macromolecular science, cancer therapy, or drug delivery research. Trade Review"This book is on the nascent, upcoming field of ‘plasma harmonics,’ a term coined by the author for the high order harmonics produced in ‘plasma plumes’ instead of in gases. The author is an authority in this field, and the book would be very useful for researchers working in the field of high order harmonic generation using short-pulse lasers."Dr. Prasad A. Naik, Raja Ramanna Centre for Advanced Technology, India"Rashid Ganeev has contributed to the birth and development of HHG from plasma and has used all his experience and physical vision to write this modern and up-to-date presentation of the topic both from the experimental and the theoretical point of view."Prof. Emilio Fiordilino, University of Palermo, Italy"The author has done an excellent job in presenting detailed accounts of various experiments, while at the same time covering a broad range of phenomena in this field."Prof. Tsuneyuki Ozaki, Université INRS, Canada"The author is the driving person of this field that emerged in the last decade and currently shows its great potential. The text is well written and a very useful introduction to this fast-growing field."Dr. Helmut Zacharias, University of Münster, Germany"For both young scientists and experts, the book constitutes an excellent compilation of the newest advances in this highly multidisciplinary field, crisscrossing the domains of material science, nonlinear optics, and laser spectroscopy."Dr. Marta Castillejo, Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), Spain"I recommend this book for any researcher who will challenge a nonlinear coherent laser physics toward soft x-ray lasers and their application in any further fields."Prof. Hiroto Kuroda, Advanced Laser Medical Center, Saitama Medical University, JapanTable of ContentsPreface; Why plasma harmonics? A very brief introduction Early stage of plasma harmonic studies - hopes and frustrations New developments in plasma harmonics studies: first successes Improvements of plasma harmonics; Theoretical basics of plasma harmonics; Basics of HHG Harmonic generation in fullerenes using few-cycle pulsesVarious approaches for description of observed peculiarities of resonant enhancement of a single harmonic in laser plasmaTwo-colour pump resonance-induced enhancement of odd and even harmonics from a tin plasmaCalculations of single harmonic generation from Mn plasma;Low-order harmonic generation in plasma plumes using nanosecond and picoseconds driving pulses Low-order harmonic generation in metal ablation plasmas in nanosecond and picosecond regimes Low-order harmonic generation in nanosecond laser ablation plasmas of carbon containing materials Comparative studies of third harmonic generation in plasma plumes using picosecond and femtosecond laser pulsesLow-order harmonic generation of 1064 nm radiation in long plasma plumes; High-order harmonic generation in plasma plumes using picosecond pulses Harmonic generation of picosecond Nd:YAG laser radiation in metal ablation-produced plasmas High-order harmonic generation of picosecond laser radiation in carbon-containing plasmas Resonance enhancement of harmonic generation of 1064 nm picosecond radiation in lead plasma;Plasma HHG using femtosecond pulses Current status of plasma HHG studies Stable generation of high-order harmonics of femtosecond laser radiation from laser produced plasma plumes at 1 kHz pulse repetition rate High-order harmonic generation in graphite plasma plumes using ultrashort laser pulses: a systematic analysis of harmonic radiation and plasma conditionsIsolated sub-femtosecond XUV pulse generation in Mn plasma ablation; Characterization of plasma harmonicsHigh-order harmonic cutoff frequency in atomic silver irradiated by femtosecond laser pulses: theory and experiment Calculations of plasma formation for harmonics generationComparison of high-order harmonic generation in uracil and thymine ablation plumes Recent achievements in plasma harmonicsHigh-order harmonic generation in fullerenes using few- and multi-cycle pulses of different wavelengths Single active electron simulation of harmonic generation in C60Ablation of nanoparticles and efficient harmonic generation using 1 kHz laserResonant and nonresonant frequency conversion of laser radiation in the plasmas produced using 1 kHz picosecond and femtosecond pulses Harmonics from the plasmas of different consistence at variable delays between the heating and driving 1 kHz pulses Summary. Perspectives of plasma harmonics
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Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd Carbon-Based Electronics: Transistors and
Book SynopsisDiscovery of one-dimensional material carbon nanotubes in 1991 by the Japanese physicist Dr. Sumio Iijima has resulted in voluminous research in the field of carbon nanotubes for numerous applications, including possible replacement of silicon used in the fabrication of CMOS chips. One interesting feature of carbon nanotubes is that these can be metallic or semiconducting with a bandgap depending on their diameter. In search of non-classical devices and related technologies, both carbon nanotube-based field-effect transistors and metallic carbon nanotube interconnects are being explored extensively for emerging logic devices and very large-scale integration. Although various models for carbon nanotube-based transistors and interconnects have been proposed in the literature, an integrated approach to make them compatible with the present simulators is yet to be achieved. This book makes an attempt in this direction for the carbon-based electronics through fundamentals of solid-state physics and devices. Table of ContentsPhotonic structures in the animal kingdom: valuable inspirations for bio-mimetic applications. Moth eye–type anti-reflecting nanostructures by an electron cyclotron resonance plasma. Plasma-processed biomimetic nano/microstructures. Wetting properties of natural and plasma processed biomimetic surfaces. Biomimetic superhydrophobic surface by plasma processing. Biomimetic interfaces of plasma modified titanium alloy.
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Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd Data Storage at the Nanoscale: Advances and
Book SynopsisIn the big data era, data storage is one of the cores in the whole information chain, which includes production, transfer, sharing, and finally processing. Over the years, the growth of data volume has been explosive. Today, various storage services need memories with higher density and capacity. Moreover, information storage in the big data applications should be green, safe, and long life. The storage density of memories was largely enhanced in recent years because of the rapid development of nanotechnology. The minimum feature size of optical, magnetic, and electrical memories is already at the nanometer scale. Furthermore, the interdisciplinary cooperation of nanotechnology can facilitate the development of data storage technology to achieve higher operation speed, lower power consumption, and increased retention time. This book compiles the cutting-edge research progress of nanometer-scale data storage. The main topics covered include optical memory, random access memory, magnetic memory, and hybrid memory. The text emphasizes more practical methods for data storage development and applications. Table of ContentsOverview of Information Data Storage: An Introduction; Super-Resolution Optical Data Storage Using Binary Optics. Focal Spot Engineering for Bit-by-bit Recording. Plasmonic Nanofocusing and Data Storage. Nano-optical Data Storage With Nonlinear Super-Resolution Thin Films. Mastering Technology for High-Density Optical Disk. Laser-Induced Phase Transition and Its Application in Nano-optical Storage. SPIN-Based Optical Data Storage. Magnetic Random Access Memory (MRAM). Resistive Random Access Memory (RRAM). Phase Change Random Access Memory (PCRAM). Nano-DRAM Technology for Data Storage Application. Ferroelectric Memory. Nano-magnetic and Hybrid Recording.
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Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd Laser Cooling: Fundamental Properties and
Book SynopsisIn the recent decades, laser cooling or optical refrigeration—a physical process by which a system loses its thermal energy as a result of interaction with laser light—has garnered a great deal of scientific interest due to the importance of its applications. Optical solid-state coolers are one such application. They are free from liquids as well as moving parts that generate vibrations and introduce noise to sensors and other devices. They are based on reliable laser diode pump systems. Laser cooling can also be used to mitigate heat generation in high-power lasers.This book compiles and details cutting-edge research in laser cooling done by various scientific teams all over the world that are currently revolutionizing optical refrigerating technology. It includes recent results on laser cooling by redistribution of radiation in dense gas mixtures, three conceptually different approaches to laser cooling of solids such as cooling with anti-Stokes fluorescence, Brillouin cooling, and Raman cooling. It also discusses crystal growth and glass production for laser cooling applications. This book will appeal to anyone involved in laser physics, solid-state physics, low-temperature physics or cryogenics, materials research, development of temperature sensors, or infrared detectors.Trade Review"This book provides a timely and useful collection of articles on optical refrigeration science that complements the earlier books on this subject. It covers a wide range of topics, including laser cooling in dense gases, radiation-balanced lasers, novel cooling methods, and laser cooling in semiconductors. It should serve as a valuable reference for the scientists and graduate students studying this emerging interdisciplinary field."—Prof. Mansoor Sheik-Bahae, The University of New Mexico, USA"This book presents a significant overview of the entire field of laser cooling of bulk matter, with many new results and recent novel directions of investigation. It is written by a large number of well-qualified experts, covering a broad range of ideas, particularly with clear figures and well-organized tables. It would make an excellent reference for spectroscopists, condensed matter physicists, crystallographers, and laser scientists." —Prof. Carl E. Mungan, United States Naval Academy, USATable of ContentsLaser Cooling of Dense Gases by Collisional Redistribution of Radiation. Laser Cooling in Rare Earth Doped Glasses and Crystals. Progress toward Laser Cooling of Thulium-Doped Fibers. Laser Cooling of Solids around 2.07 Microns: A Theoretical Investigation. Optically Cooled Lasers. Methods for Laser Cooling of Solids. Deep Laser Cooling of Rare-Earth Doped Crystals by Stimulated Raman Adiabatic Passage. Bulk Cooling Efficiency Measurements of Yb Doped Fluoride Single Crystals and Energy-Transfer Assisted Anti-Stokes Cooling in Co-doped Fluorides. Interferometric Measurement of Laser Induced Temperature Changes. Fluoride Glasses and Fibers. Crystal Growth of Fluoride Single Crystals for Optical Refrigeration. Microscopic Theory of Optical Refrigeration of Semiconductors. Coulomb-Assisted Laser Cooling of Piezoelectric Semiconductors.
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Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd Graphene Photonics, Optoelectronics, and
Book SynopsisGraphene has been hailed as a rising star in photonics and optoelectronics. The wonderful optical properties of graphene make possible the multiple functions of signal emission, transmission, modulation, and detection to be realized in one material. This book compiles and details cutting-edge research in graphene photonics, plasmonics, and broadband optoelectronic devices. Particularly, it emphasizes the ability to integrate graphene photonics onto the silicon platform to afford broadband operation in light routing and amplification, which involves components such as the polarizer, the modulator, and the photodetector. It also includes other functions such as a saturable absorber and an optical limiter. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the interrelationship between the operation of these conceptually new photonic devices and the fundamental physics of graphene involved in the interactions between graphene and light.Table of ContentsIntroduction. The Application of Graphene in Lasers. Graphene-Based Optical Modulators. Graphene-based photodetectors. Graphene for Solar Cells. Graphene Plasmonics. Graphene as Optical Limiters. Graphene Based Light Emitting Diodes. Graphene-Based Touchscreens. Perspective.
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Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd Nanophotonics: Manipulating Light with Plasmons
Book SynopsisThe manipulation of light at the nanometer scale is highly pursued for both fundamental sciences and wide applications. The diffraction limit of light sets the limit for the smallest size of photonic devices to the scale of light wavelength. Fortunately, the peculiar properties of surface plasmons in metal nanostructures make it possible to squeeze light into nanoscale volumes and enable the manipulation of light and light–matter interactions beyond the diffraction limit. Studies on surface plasmons have led to the creation of a booming research field called plasmonics. Because of its various scientific and practical applications, plasmonics attracts researchers from different fields, making it a truly interdisciplinary subject.Nanophotonics: Manipulating Light with Plasmons starts with the general physics of surface plasmons and a brief introduction to the most prominent research topics, followed by a discussion of computational techniques for light scattering by small particles. Then, a few special topics are highlighted, including surfaceenhanced Raman scattering, optical nanoantennas, optical forces, plasmonic waveguides and circuits, and gain-assisted plasmon resonances and propagation. The book discusses the fundamental and representative properties of both localized surface plasmons and propagating surface plasmons. It explains various phenomena and mechanisms using elegant model systems with well-defined structures, is illustrated throughout with excellent figures, and contains an extensive list of references at the end of each chapter. It will help graduate-level students and researchers in nanophotonics, physics, chemistry, materials science, nanoscience and nanotechnology, and electrical and electronic engineering get a quick introduction to this field.Table of ContentsFundamentals of Plasmonics. Light Scattering by Small Particles: Computational Approaches. Electromagnetic Field Enhancement in Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering. Plasmonic Antennas. Plasmon-Assisted Optical Force. Plasmonic Nanowire Waveguides and Circuits. Gain-Assisted Surface Plasmon Resonances and Propagation.
£110.20
The University of Chicago Press From Sight to Light The Passage from Ancient to
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The University of Chicago Press Light
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Optics Liquid Crystal Displays
Book SynopsisNOW UPDATEDTHE HIGHLY PRACTICAL GUIDE TO ANALYZING LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAYS The subject of liquid crystal displays has vigorously evolved into an exciting interdisciplinary field of research and development, involving optics, materials, and electronics. Updated to reflect recent advances, the Second Edition of Optics of Liquid Crystal Displays now offers a broader, more comprehensive discussion on the fundamentals of display systems and teaches readers how to analyze and design new components and subsystems for LCDs. New features of this edition include: Discussion of the dynamics of molecular reorientation Expanded information of the method of Poincaré sphere in various optical components, including achromatic wave plates and compensators Neutral and negative Biaxial thin films for compensators Circular polarizers and anti-reflection coatings The introduction of wide field-of-viewTrade Review"The book will be immensely helpful to young engineers in R and D to master the topics and make itcomfortable for students to progress in the field. I highly recommend Yeh and Gu's second edition." (Current Engineering Practice, 1 November 2010)Table of ContentsPreface. Preface to the First Edition. Chapter 1. Preliminaries. 1.1. Basic Components of LCDs. 1.2 Properties of Liquid Crystals. Chapter 2. Polarization of Optical Waves. 2.1. Monochromatic Plane Waves and Their Polarization States. 2.2. Complex Number Representation. 2.3. Jones Vector Representation. 2.4. Partially Polarized and Unpolarized Light. 2.5. Poincaré Sphere. Chapter 3. Electromagnetic Propagation in Anisotropic Media. 3.1. Maxwell Equations and Dielectric Tensor. 3.2. Plane Waves in Homogeneous Media and Normal Surface. 3.3. Light Propagation in Uniaxial Media. 3.4. Double Refraction at a Boundary. 3.5. Anisotropic Absorption and Polarizers. 3.6. Optical Activity and Faraday Rotation. 3.7. Light Propagation in Biaxial Media. Chapter 4. Jones Matrix Method. 4.1. Jones Matrix Formulation. 4.2. Intensity Transmission Spectrum. 4.3. Optical Properties of TN-LC (Adiabatic Following or Waveguiding). 4.4. Phase Retardation at Oblique Incidence. 4.5. Conoscopy. 4.6. Reflection Property of a General TN-LCD with a Back Mirror. 4.7. Phase Retardation of a Biaxial Plate. 4.8. Achromatic Wave Plates. 4.9. Broadband Quasi-Circular Polarizers. 4.10. Wide Field-of-View Elements. Chapter 5. Liquid Crystal Displays. 5.1. VA-LCDs. 5.2. IPS-LCDs. 5.3 TN-LCDs. 5.4. STN Displays. 5.5. Nematic Liquid Crystal Display (N-LCD) Modes. 5.6. Polymer-Dispersed Liquid Crystal Displays (PD-LCDs). 5.7. Reflective LCDs. 5.8. Transflective LCDs. 5.9. Projection Displays. 5.10. Other Display Systems. 5.11. Summary. Chapter 6. Matrix Addressing, Colors, and Properties of LCDs. 6.1. Multiplexed Displays. 6.2. Active Matrix (AM) Displays. 6.3. Optical Throughput of TFT-LCDs. 6.4. Colors in LCDs. Chapter 7. Optical Properties of Cholesteric Liquid Crystals. 7.1. Optical Phenomena in CLCs. 7.2. Dielectric Tensor of an Ideal CLC. 7.3. Exact Solutions at Normal Incidence. 7.4. Bragg Regime (nop < λ < nep)—Coupled-Mode Analysis. 7.5. Mauguin Regime (λ << 0.5 pΔn). 7.6. Circular Regime. Chapter 8. Extended Jones Matrix Method. 8.1. Mathematical Formulation and Applications. 8.2. Another Extended Jones Matrix Method. 8.3. 4 × 4 Matrix Method. 8.4. General Properties of A 4 × 4 Matrix. 8.5. Mueller Matrix Algebra and Jones Matrix Algebra. 8.6. Reciprocity Theorem in Anisotropic Layered Media. Chapter 9. Optical Compensators for Liquid Crystal Displays. 9.1. Viewing Angle Characteristics of LCDs. 9.2. Origin of Leakage of Light in LCDs and Compensators. 9.3. LCDs with Compensators. 9.4. Compensation Film with Positive Birefringence (O-Plate). 9.5. Biaxial Compensation Film. 9.6. Materials for Optical Phase Retardation Compensation. Appendix A. Elastic and Electromagnetic Energy Density. Appendix B. Electro-Optical Distortion—Tilt Mode. Appendix C. Electro-Optical Distortion—Twist Mode. Appendix D. Electro-Optical Distortion in a TN-LC. Appendix E. Electro-Optical Distortion in an STN-LC. Appendix F. Form Birefringence of Composite Media. Appendix G. Spherical Trigonometry. Appendix H. Mie Scattering and Diffusers. Appendix I. Variational Principles and Lagrange’s Equations. Author Index. Subject Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Optical Metrology
Book SynopsisPresents a material on computerized optical processes, computerized ray tracing, and the Fourier transform, Bibre-Bragg sensors, and temporal phase unwrapping. This book provides discussion on lasers and laser principles, including an introduction to radiometry and photometry. It offers coverage of the CCD camera.Table of ContentsPreface to the Third Edition Basics Gaussian Optics Interference Diffraction Light Sources and Detectors Holography Moire Methods, Triangulation Speckle Methods Photoelasticity and Polarized Light Digital Image Processing Fringe Analysis Computerized Optical Processes Fibre Optics Metrology Appendix: Complex Numbers Appendix: Fourier Optics Appendix Fourier Series Appendix The Least Squares Error Method Appendix Semiconductor Devices
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Reading through Colour How Coloured Filters Can
Book SynopsisThe use of coloured overlays on text can improve reading in certain individuals, including children. They have been shown to reduce fatigue and increase fluency and can be used with both dyslexic and non--dyslexic children and adults.Trade Review??wide spectrum of readership has been addressed?optometrists will welcome this concise book?? (Optician, 13th August, 2004) ??I commend it to anyone involved in working with children and adults experiencing difficulties in learning to read?? (The Psychology of Education Review, August 04)Table of ContentsAbout the Author. About this Book. Acknowledgements. Declaration. 1: Prologue - Sam's story. 2: In the beginning. 3: What is visual stress? 4: Professionals responsible for eye care and vision. 5: The eye and visual pathways. 6: Why we see the world in colour. 7: What are coloured overlays? 8: How do we know that coloured overlays work? 9: An illustrative case history: David's story. 10: How to test whether overlays will be helpful. 11: How to test using overlays: a guide for teachers. 12: Overlays and classroom management. 13: Use of computers. 14: Meares-Irlen syndrome and dyslexia. 15: Coloured glasses. 16: Why do coloured overlays and lenses work? 17: Frequently asked questions. 18: Support groups. 19: What the future should bring. 20: An Epilogue from Sam's mother. References. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Nematicons
Book SynopsisThe first book of its kind to introduce the fundamentals, basic features and models, potential applications and novel phenomena and its important applications in liquid crystal technology. Recognized leader in the field Gaetano Assanto outlines the peculiar characteristics of nematicons and the promise they have for the future growth of this captivating new field.Table of ContentsPreface xv Acknowledgments xvii Contributors xix Chapter 1. Nematicons 1 Gaetano Assanto, Alessandro Alberucci, and Armando Piccardi 1.1 Introduction 1 1.1.1 Nematic Liquid Crystals 1 1.1.2 Nonlinear Optics and Solitons 3 1.1.3 Initial Results on Light Self-Focusing in Liquid Crystals 3 1.2 Models 4 1.2.1 Scalar Perturbative Model 5 1.2.2 Anisotropic Perturbative Model 9 1.3 Numerical Simulations 13 1.3.1 Nematicon Profile 13 1.3.2 Gaussian Input 14 1.4 Experimental Observations 17 1.4.1 Nematicon–Nematicon Interactions 22 1.4.2 Modulational Instability 26 1.5 Conclusions 31 References 33 Chapter 2. Features of Strongly Nonlocal Spatial Solitons 37 Qi Guo, Wei Hu, Dongmei Deng, Daquan Lu, and Shigen Ouyang 2.1 Introduction 37 2.2 Phenomenological Theory of Strongly Nonlocal Spatial Solitons 38 2.2.1 The Nonlinearly Induced Refractive Index Change of Materials 38 2.2.2 From the Nonlocal Nonlinear Schr¨odinger Equation to the Snyder–Mitchell Model 39 2.2.3 An Accessible Soliton of the Snyder–Mitchell Model 42 2.2.4 Breather and Soliton Clusters of the Snyder–Mitchell Model 45 2.2.5 Complex-Variable-Function Gaussian Breathers and Solitons 46 2.2.6 Self-Induced Fractional Fourier Transform 47 2.3 Nonlocal Spatial Solitons in Nematic Liquid Crystals 49 2.3.1 Voltage-Controllable Characteristic Length of NLC 50 2.3.2 Nematicons as Strongly Nonlocal Spatial Solitons 52 2.3.3 Nematicon–Nematicon Interactions 54 2.4 Conclusion 61 Appendix 2.A: Proof of the Equivalence of the Snyder–Mitchell Model (Eq. 2.16) and the Strongly Nonlocal Model (Eq. 2.11) 61 Appendix 2.B: Perturbative Solution for a Single Soliton of the NNLSE (Eq. 2.4) in NLC 62 References 66 Chapter 3. Theoretical Approaches to Nonlinear Wave Evolution in Higher Dimensions 71 Antonmaria A. Minzoni and Noel F. Smyth 3.1 Simple Example of Multiple Scales Analysis 71 3.2 Survey of Perturbation Methods for Solitary Waves 77 3.3 Linearized Perturbation Theory for Nonlinear Schr¨odinger Equation 81 3.4 Modulation Theory: Nonlinear Schr¨odinger Equation 83 3.5 Radiation Loss 88 3.6 Solitary Waves in Nematic Liquid Crystals: Nematicons 91 3.7 Radiation Loss for The Nematicon Equations 96 3.8 Choice of Trial Function 101 3.9 Conclusions 105 Appendix 3.A: Integrals 106 Appendix 3.B: Shelf Radius 107 References 108 Chapter 4. Soliton Families in Strongly Nonlocal Media 111 Wei-Ping Zhong and Milivoj R. Beli¸c 4.1 Introduction 111 4.2 Mathematical Models 112 4.2.1 General 112 4.2.2 Nonlocality Through Response Function 113 4.3 Soliton Families in Strongly Nonlocal Nonlinear Media 115 4.3.1 One-Dimensional Hermite–Gaussian Spatial Solitons 115 4.3.2 Two-Dimensional Laguerre–Gaussian Soliton Families 116 4.3.3 Accessible Solitons in the General Model of Beam Propagation in NLC 118 4.3.4 Two-Dimensional Self-Similar Hermite–Gaussian Spatial Solitons 125 4.3.5 Two-Dimensional Whittaker Solitons 126 4.4 Conclusions 133 References 135 Chapter 5. External Control of Nematicon Paths 139 Armando Piccardi, Alessandro Alberucci, and Gaetano Assanto 5.1 Introduction 139 5.2 Basic Equations 140 5.3 Nematicon Control with External Light Beams 142 5.3.1 Interaction with Circular Spots 143 5.3.2 Dielectric Interfaces 145 5.3.3 Comments 146 5.4 Voltage Control of Nematicon Walk-Off 147 5.4.1 Out-of-Plane Steering of Nematicons 147 5.4.2 In-Plane Steering of Nematicon 149 5.5 Voltage-Defined Interfaces 152 5.6 Conclusions 156 References 156 Chapter 6. Dynamics of Optical Solitons in Bias-Free Nematic Liquid Crystals 159 Yana V. Izdebskaya, Anton S. Desyatnikov, and Yuri S. Kivshar 6.1 Summary 159 6.2 Introduction 159 6.3 From One to Two Nematicons 160 6.4 Counter-Propagating Nematicons 162 6.5 Interaction of Nematicons with Curved Surfaces 165 6.6 Multimode Nematicon-Induced Waveguides 167 6.7 Dipole Azimuthons and Charge-Flipping 170 6.8 Conclusions 172 References 173 Chapter 7. Interaction of Nematicons and Nematicon Clusters 177 Catherine Garc´ýa-Reimbert, Antonmaria A. Minzoni, and Noel F. Smyth 7.1 Introduction 177 7.2 Gravitation of Nematicons 179 7.3 In-Plane Interaction of Two-Color Nematicons 184 7.4 Multidimensional Clusters 190 7.5 Vortex Cluster Interactions 199 7.6 Conclusions 205 Appendix: Integrals 206 References 206 Chapter 8. Nematicons in Light Valves 209 Stefania Residori, Umberto Bortolozzo, Armando Piccardi, Alessandro Alberucci, and Gaetano Assanto 8.1 Introduction 209 8.2 Reorientational Kerr Effect and Soliton Formation in Nematic Liquid Crystals 210 8.2.1 Optically Induced Reorientational Nonlinearity 211 8.2.2 Spatial Solitons in Nematic Liquid Crystals 211 8.3 Liquid Crystal Light Valves 212 8.3.1 Cell Structure and Working Principle 213 8.3.2 Optical Addressing in Transverse Configurations 215 8.4 Spatial Solitons in Light Valves 216 8.4.1 Stable Nematicons: Self-Guided Propagation in the Longitudinal Direction 216 8.4.2 Tuning the Soliton Walk-Off 218 8.5 Soliton Propagation in 3D Anisotropic Media: Model and Experiment 220 8.5.1 Optical Control of Nematicon Trajectories 224 8.6 Soliton Gating and Switching by External Beams 224 8.7 Conclusions and Perspectives 227 References 229 Chapter 9. Propagation of Light Confined via Thermo-Optical Effect in Nematic Liquid Crystals 233 Marc Warenghem, Jean-Francois Blach, and Jean-Francois Henninot 9.1 Introduction 233 9.2 First Observation in NLC 235 9.3 Characterization and Nonlocality Measurement 240 9.4 Thermal Versus Orientational Self-Waveguides 246 9.5 Applications 248 9.5.1 Bent Waveguide 248 9.5.2 Fluorescence Recovery 249 9.6 Conclusions 250 References 252 Chapter 10. Discrete Light Propagation in Arrays of Liquid Crystalline Waveguides 255 Katarzyna A. Rutkowska, Gaetano Assanto, and Miroslaw A. Karpierz 10.1 Introduction 255 10.2 Discrete Systems 256 10.3 Waveguide Arrays in Nematic Liquid Crystals 258 10.4 Discrete Diffraction and Discrete Solitons 263 10.5 Optical Multiband Vector Breathers 265 10.6 Nonlinear Angular Steering 267 10.7 Landau–Zener Tunneling 268 10.8 Bloch Oscillations 270 10.9 Conclusions 272 References 273 Chapter 11. Power-Dependent Nematicon Self-Routing 279 Alessandro Alberucci, Armando Piccardi, and Gaetano Assanto 11.1 Introduction 279 11.2 Nematicons: Governing Equations 280 11.2.1 Perturbative Regime 282 11.2.2 Highly Nonlinear Regime 284 11.2.3 Simplified (1 + 1)D Model in a Planar Cell 285 11.3 Single-Hump Nematicon Profiles 287 11.3.1 (2 + 1)D Complete Model 288 11.3.2 (1 + 1)D Simplified Model 289 11.4 Actual Experiments: Role of Losses 290 11.4.1 BPM (1 + 1)D Simulations 291 11.4.2 Experiments 292 11.5 Nematicon Self-Steering in Dye-Doped NLC 293 11.6 Boundary Effects 298 11.7 Nematicon Self-Steering Through Interaction with Linear Inhomogeneities 302 11.7.1 Interfaces: Goos-H¨anchen Shift 303 11.7.2 Finite-Size Defects: Nematicon Self-Escape 304 11.8 Conclusions 305 References 306 Chapter 12. Twisted and Chiral Nematicons 309 Urszula A. Laudyn and Miroslaw A. Karpierz 12.1 Introduction 309 12.2 Chiral and Twisted Nematics 310 12.3 Theoretical Model 312 12.4 Experimental Results 314 12.4.1 Nematicons in a Single Layer 314 12.4.2 Asymmetric Configuration 315 12.4.3 Multilayer Propagation 317 12.4.4 Influence of an External Electric Field 317 12.4.5 Guiding Light by Light 319 12.4.6 Nematicon Interaction 319 12.5 Discrete Diffraction 321 12.6 Conclusions 323 References 323 Chapter 13. Time Dependence of Spatial Solitons in Nematic Liquid Crystals 327 Jeroen Beeckman and Kristiaan Neyts 13.1 Introduction 327 13.2 Temporal Behavior of Different Nonlinearities and Governing Equations 328 13.2.1 Reorientational Nonlinearity 328 13.2.2 Thermal Nonlinearity 331 13.2.3 Other Nonlinearities 333 13.3 Formation of Reorientational Solitons 333 13.3.1 Bias Voltage Switching Time 334 13.3.2 Soliton Formation Time 336 13.3.3 Experimental Observation of Soliton Formation 337 13.3.4 Influence of Flow Effects 341 13.4 Conclusions 344 References 344 Chapter 14. Spatiotemporal Dynamics and Light Bullets in Nematic Liquid Crystals 347 Marco Peccianti 14.1 Introduction 347 14.1.1 (2 + 1 + 1)D Nonlinear Wave Propagation in Kerr Media 348 14.2 Optical Propagation Under Multiple Nonlinear Contributions 349 14.2.1 Multiple Nonlinearities and Space–Time Decoupling of the Nonlinear Dynamics 349 14.2.2 Suitable Excitation Conditions 350 14.3 Accessible Light Bullets 351 14.3.1 From Nematicons to Spatiotemporal Solitons 351 14.3.2 Experimental Conditions for Accessible Bullets Observation 353 14.4 Temporal Modulation Instability in Nematicons 355 14.5 Soliton-Enhanced Frequency Conversion 355 14.6 Conclusions 357 References 358 Chapter 15. Vortices in Nematic Liquid Crystals 361 Antonmaria A. Minzoni, Luke W. Sciberras, Noel F. Smyth, and Annette L. Worthy 15.1 Introduction 361 15.2 Stabilization of Vortices in Nonlocal, Nonlinear Media 364 15.3 Vortex in a Bounded Cell 373 15.4 Stabilization of Vortices by Vortex–Beam Interaction 378 15.5 Azimuthally Dependent Vortices 382 15.6 Conclusions 387 References 389 Chapter 16. Dispersive Shock Waves in Reorientational and Other Optical Media 391 Tim R. Marchant 16.1 Introduction 391 16.2 Governing Equations and Modulational Instability 392 16.3 Existing Experimental and Numerical Results 394 16.4 Analytical Solutions for Defocusing Equations 396 16.5 Analytical Solutions for Focusing Equations 398 16.5.1 The 1 + 1 Dimensional Semianalytical Soliton 400 16.5.2 Uniform Soliton Theory 402 16.5.3 Comparisons with Numerical Solutions 403 16.6 Conclusions 406 References 407 Index 411
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Nonlinear Optics and Quantum Electronics
Book SynopsisBased on a course of lectures for advanced students. Part 1 is devoted to an introductory treatment of general concepts and methods to be used for describing nonlinear processes. Part 2 is concerned with the application of these concepts and methods to effects and processes.Table of ContentsPartial table of contents: PART I: GENERAL CONCEPTS AND METHODS OF NONLINEAR OPTICS. Electromagnetic Fields. Classical Description. The Quantized Free Radiation Field. Interaction Between Radiation and Matter. Semiclassical Description of Nonlinear Optics. Statistical and Coherence Properties of the Radiation Field andTheir Measurement. Nonstationary Processes. PART II: EFFECTS AND PROCESSES OF NONLINEAR OPTICS. Nonlinear One-photon Processes in Lasers. Nonlinearities in Transient One-photon Processes. Nonlinearities and Qunatum Phenomena in Transient One-photonProcesses. Multiphoton Absorption and Emission. Generation of Harmonics and Sum and Difference Frequencies. Parametric Amplification and Oscillation. Stimulated Raman Scattering. Optical Bistability. APPENDIX A: Compilation of Quantum-Theoretical Definitions andRelations. General References. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Active and QuasiOptical Arrays for SolidState
Book SynopsisA detailed and timely overview of recent developments in activequasi-optical arrays In recent years, active quasi-optics has emerged as one of the mostdynamic fields of contemporary research--a highly unconventionalapproach to microwave and millimeter-wave power generation thatintegrates solid-state devices into a single quasi-opticalcomponent in which all devices operate in unison. This book definesand describes active quasi-optical arrays, reviews the currentstate of the art, and answers numerous basic and technicalquestions on the design, analysis, and application of thesedevices. The contributors to this volume are leading researchers in thefield who present results and views from government, industrial,and university laboratories and offer a balanced discussion on ahigh technical level. They also offer insight into theapplicability and commercial value of this technology for militarysystems, manufacturing processes, communications, and consumerproducts. Topics prTable of ContentsQuasi-Optical Power Combining (R. York). Spatial Power Combining (M. Gouker). Active Integrated Antennas (S. Chew & T. Itoh). Coupled-Oscillator Arrays and Scanning Techniques (J. Lynch, etal.). Quasi-Optical Antenna-Array Amplifiers (Z. Popovic, et al.). Multilayer and Distributed Arrays (A. Mortazawi, et al.). Planar Quasi-Optical Power Combining (M. Steer, et al.). Grid Oscillators (Z. Popovic, et al.). Grid Amplifiers (M. De Lisio & C. Liu). Beam-Control Arrays (K. Stephan). Frequency Conversion Grids (J. Chiao). Quasi-Optical Subsystems (Z. Popovic & G. Johnson). Commercial Applications of Quasi-Optics (R. Campton, et al.). Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Nonlinear Optics
Book SynopsisThis work is a self-contained, applications-oriented introduction to the field. In an effort to make this book as accessible as possible to its intended audience, the author treats the subject of nonlinear optics in purely classical terms. He also includes numerous real-world examples.Table of ContentsElectric Field and Polarization. Wave Propagation in Nonlinear Anisotropic Media. Pockels Effect and Related Phenomena. Second Harmonic Generation. Parametric Effects. Raman and Brillouin Effect. Optical Kerr Effect. Four-Wave Mixing. Propagation of Light Pulses. Solitons. Nonlinear Effects in Glass Fibers. Appendices. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Spectroscopic Ellipsometry and Reflectometry
Book SynopsisWhile single wave ellipsometry has been around for years, spectroscopic ellipsometry is fast becoming the method of choice for measuring the thickness and optical properties of thin films. This book provides the first practical introduction to spectroscopic ellipsometry and the related techniques of reflectometry. A guide for practitioners and researchers in a variety of disciplines, it addresses a broad range of applications in physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, and materials science.Table of ContentsPerspective and History. Fundamentals. Optical Properties of Materials and Layered Structures. Instrumentation. The Anatomy of a Reflectance Spectrum. Aspects of Single-Wavelength Ellipsometry. The Anatomy of an Ellipsometric Spectrum. Analytical Methods and Approach. Optical Data Analysis. Quality Assurance. Very Thin Films. Roughness. Appendices. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Optical Waves in Crystals
Book SynopsisAs most crystals are generated by crystals, the interaction between light and crystals is vital to the success of any optics-related endevour. This paperback reprint of the classic reference provides a new generation of engineers and physicists with the fundamental knowledge needed to study this complex interaction.Table of ContentsElectromagnetic Fields. Propagation of Laser Beams. Polarization of Light Waves. Electromagnetic Propagation in Anisotropic Media. Jones Calculus and its Application to Birefringent Optical Systems. Electromagnetic Propagation in Periodic Media. Electro-optics. Electro-optic Devices. Acousto-optics. Acousto-optic Devices. Guided Waves and Integrated Optics. Nonlinear Optics. Phase-Conjugate Optics. Author Index. Subject Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Modern Techniques in Raman Spectroscopy
Book SynopsisRaman spectroscopy is now well established as one of the most versatile techniques for the chemical analysis of molecular species. Major advances have been made in a number of areas in the field in recent years which enable the researcher and practising analytical scientist to solve the complex chemical problems of today.Table of ContentsSignal Expressions in Raman Spectroscopy (C. Stevenson & T.Vo-Dinh). Instrumentation for Dispersive Raman Spectroscopy (R.McCreery). Fourier Transform Raman Spectroscopy (P. Hendra). Micro-Raman Spectroscopy (G. Turrell & P. Dhamelincourt). Hadamard Transform Raman Spectrometry (R. Hammaker, et al.). Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (A. Ruperez & J.Laserna). Raman Optical Activity (L. Hecht & L. Barron). Coherent Raman Spectroscopy (J. Gomez). Time-Resolved Resonance Raman Spectroscopy (M. Ondrias, etal.). Applications of Fiber Optics in NIR Raman Spectroscopy (S. Angel,et al.). Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Polarization of Light
Book SynopsisUnderstanding the polarization of light is becoming increasingly important in the study of laser physics, nonlinear optics, and optical waveguides. This book covers the basics of polarized light representation, the propagation of light through anisotropic media, the mathematical formalism used, and induced anisotropy, devices which use induced or natural anisotropy and polarization phenomena in guided optics. Discusses both fundamentals and applications in a range of practical devices. Gives a global view of the state of polarization representation.Table of ContentsPolarized Optical Waves. Light Propagation in an Anisotropic Dielectric Medium. Propagation of the States of Polarization in Optical Devices. Stress-Induced or Stress-Modified Anisotropy. Components and Devices Used in the Context of Optical Anisotropy. Polarization Phenomena in the Fied of Guided Waves. Appendices. Bibliography. Index.
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Princeton University Press The Optics of Life
Book SynopsisOptics - a field of physics focusing on the study of light - is also central to many areas of biology, including vision, ecology, botany, animal behavior, neurobiology, and molecular biology. This title introduces the fundamentals of optics, describing the properties of light and the units and geometry of measurement.Trade ReviewOne of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2012 "Because of its emphasis on correctly approaching the way physical measurements should be made, The Optics of Life has something to offer anyone whose research directly or tangentially involves light. More than a biologist's guide to light in nature, this book is a guide for any scientist interested in optics and the world around us."--Physics Today "Johnsen has written an excellent, readable, practical, and greatly entertaining introductory book on light and its applications in the biological sciences, including ecology... Johnsen takes the point of view that some aspects of light are best described using the ideas from wave mechanics while other aspects are best addressed using particle mechanics."--Choice "This book is written in an entertaining style so it is a pleasure to read. Each chapter starts with a thought-provoking quote, and ends with an amusing and interesting anecdote or reverie. My favorite chapters contain illuminating discussions on scattering, scattering with interference, absorbance, and transparency."--John E. Steffen, Integrative and Comparative Biology "[V]isual ecology and physiology have become significantly productive subdisciplines in biology... Sonke Johnsen serves as a conduit between these two fields, as he gracefully presents the physical principles of optics in a simplifying manner that makes the reader want to apply new found knowledge to their own research."--John E. Steffen, Integrative and Comparative Biology "Anyone interested in this subfield who lacks a background in the subject would be well-advised to read this book first. Johnsen masterfully guides the reader through a fascinating area of applied optics which has been very active in recent decades. It contains many useful examples drawn from nature and everyday life. It will be of interest to a variety of readers, from undergraduate students in biology to curious researchers looking for a greater understanding of nature."--Christian Brosseau, Optics & Photonics News "I am grateful to this book for forcing me to come to terms with a number of aspects of light that I had been delinquent enough to ignore, and in a way that was a pleasure--like a long walk in hilly country."--Michael F. Land, Current Biology "[W]hat Johnsen knows and communicates clearly is fundamental and important to life. It seems to me that ornithologists who read this book and master this material will be well poised to make the next generation of discoveries about the Optics of Ornithology."--Richard O. Prum, Wilson Journal of Ornithology "Johnsen has provided a veritable mine of information... [T]he feel of the book: detailed, indepth and precise; not for the beginner."--Peter Thomas, Bulletin of the British Ecology Society "I recommend Johnsen's account of light in nature to one group of readers in particular: those about to embark on a textbook of their own. From the first sentence ... this is a model of how to infuse high-level scientific information with colour, humanity and even humour."--Bernard Dixon, BiologistTable of ContentsAcknowledgments ix Chapter One Introduction 1 Chapter Two Units and Geometry 8 Chapter Three Emission 31 Chapter Four Absorption 75 Chapter Five Scattering 116 Chapter Six Scattering with Interference 151 Chapter Seven Fluorescence 181 Chapter Eight Polarization 203 Chapter Nine Measuring Light 237 Chapter Ten What Is Light, Really? 271 Appendix A Converting Spectral Irradiance to Lux 287 Appendix B Calculating the Absorbance Spectrum of a Visual Pigment 290 Appendix C?Refractive Indices of Common Substances 292 Appendix D Optical Properties of Very Clear Water 293 Appendix E?Optical Properties of Natural Waters 295 Appendix F?Useful Formulas 297 Appendix G Equipment and Software Suppliers 302 Bibliography 307 Index 319
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Springer-Verlag New York Inc. The Cinema in Flux
Book SynopsisUnique and essential reading from a lifetime innovator in the field of cinema technology, this engaging and well-illustrated book will appeal to anyone interested in the history and science of cinema, from movie buffs to academics and members of the motion picture industry.Trade Review“The book features a beautiful iconographic apparatus that, together with its author’s wide-ranging knowledge of technology and material- oriented approach to the evolution of the medium, make it particularly well suited as a companion to more traditional cinema histories for teachers of film courses and scholars of film technology in general.” (Sabrina Negri, Technology and Culture, Vol. 63 (4), October, 2022)“If you’re studying computer science with a view to working in animation or movie production, you absolutely should read it. And if you’re not, you will find that the pictures and descriptions of the devices that led to what we see in our cinemas today are absolutely fascinating.” (G. K. Jenkins, Computing Reviews, July 4, 2022)“His point of view is both authoritative and fascinating … . Lenny Lipton's The Cinema in Flux is richly illustrated, and also contains a bibliography, a list of patents, and an index. It is a most pleasurable read, as the author moves joyfully, eruditely, and eloquently between eras, personalities, and systems. An instant classic, no less.” (Laurent Mannoni, Journal of Film Preservation, Issue 105, November, 2021)Table of ContentsIntroduction The Cinema of Real Motion1. Huygens and the Magic Lantern2. The Magic Lanternists3. Lantern Light and GlassApparent Motion: Discovered and Applied4. Plateau Invents the Phenakistoscope5. A Persistent Myth6. The Zoëtrope and the Praxinoscope7. Daguerre’s Photography8. Fox Talbot’s Photography9. Protocinematography10. Muybridge and Anschütz11. Chronophotography: Janssen, Marey, DemenÿThe 35mm Medium12. Edison, Dickson, and the Kineto Project13. The Kinetograph14. The Kinetoscope: Projection’s Inspiration15. Lambda, Mutoscope, and Bitzer16. Jenkins and Armat: American Projection17. The Lumières and the Europeans18. Edison and the Trust19. Porter the Filmmaker20. Porter and the Simplex21. Camera Design before WWII22. Camera Design after WWII23. Ciné Lenses: Part I24. Ciné Lenses: Part II Sound25. Silent Sound26. Synchronizing the Phonograph26. Electronics for Talking Shadows27. The Origins of Sound-on-Film28. One Man Bands: Lauste and Tykociner30. Tri-Ergon31. De Forest and Case32. Phonofilm33. William Fox Hears the Future34. Vitaphone35. Movietone36. RCA vs. ERPI37. William Fox vs. the Industry38. Optical Sound Evolution39. Multichannel, Magnetic, and Digital SoundColor40. Applied Color41. Color Elucidated42. Color Photography before the Movies43. Urban and the Origins of Kinemacolor44. The Rise and Fall of Kinemacolor45. Additive Color after Kinemacolor46. Subtractive Technologies47. Kelly’s Color Microcosm48. TruColor and Cinecolor49. Two-Color Technicolor50. Three-Color Technicolor51. Agfa and Ansco Color52. Eastman ColorSmall Formats53. Early Small Formats54. 16mm55. Kodachrome56. Double 8mm and Super 8The Big Wide Screen57. The Shape of Screens to Come58. Grandeur et al59. Expanded Screen: The Interregnum Ends60. This is Cinerama61. Cinerama after Waller62. CinemaScope63. ‘Scope Variations64. Wide Screen and VistaVision65. Todd-AO66. 65/70mm67. IMAX and PLF ExhibitionThe Stereoscopic Cinema68. Early 3-D69. Polarization Image Selection70. 3-D in the Last Half of the 20th CenturyTelevision71. Vision at a Distance72. Jenkins and Baird73. Farnsworth74. Zworykin75. Broadcasting Begins76. Color Wars: CBS vs. RCA77. High Definition Television78. Film to Video and the VTRElectronic Cinema79. Electronic Cinematography and CGI80. The Origins of Digital Technology81. Post-production and Industry Accommodation82. A Brief History of Electronic Projection83. Digital Projection and 3-D Converge
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Nonlinear Optics
Book SynopsisThis book is based on tried and tested courses taught by the author, George Stegeman, who is one of the experimental pioneers in nonlinear optics. The book starts with second order phenomena, goes on to explain the derivation of nonlinear susceptibilities, and finishes with a thorough discussion of third order nonlinear effects.Table of ContentsPreface xi 1. Introduction 1 1.1 What is Nonlinear Optics and What is it Good for? 1 1.2 Notation 2 1.3 Classical Nonlinear Optics Expansion 4 1.4 Simple Model: Electron on a Spring and its Application to Linear Optics 6 1.5 Local Field Correction 10 Suggested Further Reading 13 Part A: Second-order Phenomena 15 2. Second-Order Susceptibility and Nonlinear Coupled Wave Equations 17 2.1 Anharmonic Oscillator Derivation of Second-Order Susceptibilities 18 2.2 Input Eigenmodes, Permutation Symmetry, and Properties of χ (2) 23 2.3 Slowly Varying Envelope Approximation 25 2.4 Coupled Wave Equations 26 2.5 Manley–Rowe Relations and Energy Conservation 31 Suggested Further Reading 38 3. Optimization and Limitations of Second-Order Parametric Processes 39 3.1 Wave-Vector Matching 39 3.2 Optimizing d(2)eff 53 3.3 Numerical Examples 59 References 67 Suggested Further Reading 67 4. Solutions for Plane-Wave Parametric Conversion Processes 69 4.1 Solutions of the Type 1 SHG Coupled Wave Equations 69 4.2 Solutions of the Three-Wave Coupled Equations 77 4.3 Characteristic Lengths 80 4.4 Nonlinear Modes 81 References 84 Suggested Further Reading 85 5. Second Harmonic Generation with Finite Beams and Applications 86 5.1 SHG with Gaussian Beams 86 5.2 Unique and Performance-Enhanced Applications of Periodically Poled LiNbO3 (PPLN) 98 References 107 Suggested Further Reading 107 6. Three-Wave Mixing, Optical Amplifiers, and Generators 108 6.1 Three-Wave Mixing Processes 108 6.2 Manley–Rowe Relations 110 6.3 Sum Frequency Generation 111 6.4 Optical Parametric Amplifiers 113 6.5 Optical Parametric Oscillator 119 6.6 Mid-Infrared Quasi-Phase Matching Parametric Devices 128 References 139 Selected Further Reading 140 7. χ (2) Materials and Their Characterization 141 7.1 Survey of Materials 141 7.2 Oxide-Based Dielectric Crystals 143 7.3 Organic Materials 144 7.4 Measurement Techniques 149 Appendix 7.1: Quantum Mechanical Model for Charge Transfer Molecular Nonlinearities 153 References 157 Suggested Further Reading 158 Part B: Nonlinear Susceptibilities 159 8. Second- and Third-Order Susceptibilities: Quantum Mechanical Formulation 161 8.1 Perturbation Theory of Field Interaction with Molecules 162 8.2 Optical Susceptibilities 169 Appendix 8.1: χ (3)ijk‘ Symmetry Properties for Different Crystal Classes 192 Reference 196 Suggested Further Reading 196 9. Molecular Nonlinear Optics 197 9.1 Two-Level Model 198 9.2 Symmetric Molecules 210 9.3 Density Matrix Formalism 215 Appendix 9.1: Two-Level Model for Asymmetric Molecules—Exact Solution 216 Appendix 9.2: Three-Level Model for Symmetric Molecules—Exact Solution 218 References 222 Suggested Further Reading 223 Part C: Third-order Phenomena 225 10. Kerr Nonlinear Absorption and Refraction 227 10.1 Nonlinear Absorption 228 10.2 Nonlinear Refraction 238 10.3 Useful NLR Formulas and Examples (Isotropic Media) 243 Suggested Further Reading 250 11. Condensed Matter Third-Order Nonlinearities due to Electronic Transitions 251 11.1 Device-Based Nonlinear Material Figures of Merit 252 11.2 Local Versus Nonlocal Nonlinearities in Space and Time 253 11.3 Survey of Nonlinear Refraction and Absorption Measurements 255 11.4 Electronic Nonlinearities Involving Discrete States 256 11.5 Overview of Semiconductor Nonlinearities 266 11.6 Glass Nonlinearities 281 Appendix 11.1: Expressions for the Kerr, Raman, and Quadratic Stark Effects 284 References 286 Suggested Further Reading 289 12. Miscellaneous Third-Order Nonlinearities 290 12.1 Molecular Reorientation Effects in Liquids and Liquid Crystals 291 12.2 Photorefractive Nonlinearities 300 12.3 Nuclear (Vibrational) Contributions to n2|| (-ω; ω) 306 12.4 Electrostriction 310 12.5 Thermo-Optic Effect 312 12.6 χ(3) via Cascaded χ(2) Nonlinear Processes: Nonlocal 314 Appendix 12.1: Spontaneous Raman Scattering 317 References 328 Suggested Further Reading 329 13. Techniques for Measuring Third-Order Nonlinearities 330 13.1 Z-Scan 332 13.2 Third Harmonic Generation 339 13.3 Optical Kerr Effect Measurements 343 13.4 Nonlinear Optical Interferometry 344 13.5 Degenerate Four-Wave Mixing 345 References 346 Suggested Further Reading 346 14. Ramifications and Applications of Nonlinear Refraction 347 14.1 Self-Focusing and Defocusing of Beams 348 14.2 Self-Phase Modulation and Spectral Broadening in Time 352 14.3 Instabilities 354 14.4 Solitons (Nonlinear Modes) 363 14.5 Optical Bistability 372 14.6 All-Optical Signal Processing and Switching 375 References 382 Suggested Further Reading 383 15. Multiwave Mixing 384 15.1 Degenerate Four-Wave Mixing 385 15.2 Degenerate Three-Wave Mixing 397 15.3 Nondegenerate Wave Mixing 399 Reference 413 Suggested Further Reading 413 16. Stimulated Scattering 414 16.1 Stimulated Raman Scattering 415 16.2 Stimulated Brillouin Scattering 431 References 441 Suggested Further Reading 442 17. Ultrafast and Ultrahigh Intensity Processes 443 17.1 Extended Nonlinear Wave Equation 444 17.2 Formalism for Ultrafast Fiber Nonlinear Optics 448 17.3 Examples of Nonlinear Optics in Fibers 452 17.4 High Harmonic Generation 460 References 462 Suggested Further Reading 463 Appendix: Units, Notation, and Physical Constants 465 A.1 Units of Third-Order Nonlinearity 465 A.2 Values of Useful Constants 467 Reference 467 Index 469
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Optomechanical Systems Engineering
Book SynopsisCovers the fundamental principles behind optomechanical design This book emphasizes a practical, systems-level overview of optomechanical engineering, showing throughout how the requirements on the optical system flow down to those on the optomechanical design.Trade Review“The whole book is written in a very accessible style, and there are plenty of good exercises for the reader. It would be a good resource for engineers and research students entering the field.” (Optics & Photonics News, 4 September 2015) Table of ContentsPreface ix 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Optomechanical Systems, 2 1.2 Optomechanical Engineering, 4 1.3 Optomechanical Systems Engineering, 9 References, 15 2 Optical Fundamentals 17 2.1 Geometrical Optics, 18 2.2 Image Quality, 26 Problems, 33 References, 34 3 Optical Fabrication 35 3.1 Index of Refraction, 38 3.2 Surface Curvature, 41 3.3 Surface Figure, 43 3.4 Surface Finish, 48 3.5 Surface Quality, 49 3.6 Center Thickness, 50 3.7 Wedge, 51 3.8 Clear Aperture, 53 Problems, 54 References, 55 4 Optical Alignment 57 4.1 Types of Misalignments, 58 4.1.1 Tilt, 59 4.1.2 Decenter, 61 4.1.3 Despace, 62 4.1.4 Defocus, 62 4.2 Alignment Requirements, 64 4.3 Correction and Mitigation, 66 4.4 Pointing and Boresighting, 70 Problems, 75 References, 76 5 Structural Design—Mechanical Elements 77 5.1 Stress, Strain, and Stiffness, 78 5.2 Mechanics, 82 5.3 Beam Stresses and Strains, 85 5.3.1 Bending Stresses, 86 5.3.2 Bending Strain, 89 5.3.3 Shear Stresses and Strains, 94 5.4 Structural Geometries, 95 5.5 Structural Materials, 99 5.5.1 Specific Stiffness, 100 5.5.2 Microcreep, 102 5.5.3 Materials Selection, 103 Problems, 104 References, 105 6 Structural Design—Optical Components 107 6.1 Structural Plates, 109 6.1.1 Windows, Lenses, and Mirrors, 109 6.1.2 Poisson’s Ratio, 111 6.1.3 Plate Bending, 113 6.1.4 Contact Stresses, 115 6.1.5 Stress Concentrations, 120 6.2 Glass Strength, 122 6.2.1 Fracture Toughness, 122 6.2.2 Weibull Statistics, 126 Problems, 130 References, 131 7 Structural Design—Vibrations 133 7.1 Sinusoidal Vibrations, 137 7.1.1 Free Vibrations, 137 7.1.2 Forced Vibrations, 140 7.1.3 Damping, 142 7.2 Random Vibrations, 146 7.3 Continuous Systems, 150 7.4 Structural Design and Materials Selection, 157 7.5 Vibration Isolation, 159 7.6 Vibration Compensation, 166 Problems, 168 References, 169 8 Thermal Design 171 8.1 Thermostructural Design, 173 8.1.1 Thermal Expansion, 173 8.1.2 Thermal Stress, 178 8.2 Thermo‐Optic and Stress‐Optic Effects, 181 8.2.1 Thermo‐Optic Effect, 182 8.2.2 Stress‐Optic Effect, 185 8.3 Heat Transfer, 187 8.3.1 Conduction, 187 8.3.2 Convection, 193 8.3.3 Radiation, 196 8.4 Thermal Management, 201 8.4.1 Heaters, 202 8.4.2 Fans, 203 8.4.3 Thermal Interface Materials (TIMs), 203 8.4.4 Thermoelectric Coolers (TECs), 204 8.5 Material Properties and Selection, 205 8.5.1 Thermal Expansion, 206 8.5.2 Thermal Distortion, 207 8.5.3 Thermal Mass, 208 8.5.4 Thermal Diffusivity, 209 8.5.5 Thermal Shock, 210 Problems, 211 References, 212 9 Kinematic Design 215 9.1 Kinematic and Semi‐Kinematic Mounts, 216 9.2 Optical Component Mounts, 222 9.3 Positioning and Alignment Mechanisms, 227 9.4 Material Properties and Selection, 233 Problems, 235 References, 235 10 System Design 237 10.1 STOP Analysis, 239 10.2 WFE and Zernike Polynomials, 243 10.3 Material Trades, 246 References, 250 Index 251
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