Optical Methods in Engineering Metrology: No. 1 (Engineering Aspects of Lasers Series) - Hardcover

Williams, David C.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0412396408 ISBN 13: 9780412396403

Publisher: Chapman and Hall, 1992

Synopsis

Optical methods, stimulated by the advent of inexpensive and reliable lasers, are assuming an increasingly important role in the field of engineering metrology. This book is aimed at industrial development engineers who wish to take advantage of optical methods. Requiring only a basic knowledge of optics, the text provides a compendium of practical information prepared by leaders in the field. All of the contributors have considerable practical experience in the application of optical methods to metrology. The book covers all of the major optical methods in use including traditional optical, laser-based and fibre optics techniques. A wide range of applications, ranging from measurement of distance and displacement in large-scale civil engineering projects to measurements of small manufactured components, are covered.

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Review

Anyone with a measurement problem to solve is likely to find this book an ideal starting point.' Optical World Provides a compendium of practical information, prepared by contributors who have considerable experience in the field...A wide range of applications is covered.' Quality Today This book deserves a place on the shelves..has a strong tendency towards practicality and applications..most useful in explaining a variety of techniques and how to solve problems with them.' The Photogrammetric Record This excellent book...is very well written. The techniques are described in a lucid fashion with any background theory clearly explained. It is well illustrated with practical examples...and is valuable for the engineer.' Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science

Edition details

• Publisher: Chapman and Hall
• Publication date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0412396408
• ISBN 13: 9780412396403
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 432