Optical Design for Visual Systems (Tutorial Texts in Optical Engineering) - Softcover

Bruce H. Walker

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0819438863 ISBN 13: 9780819438867

Publisher: SPIE Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engi, 2005

Synopsis

This tutorial explains the human eye, its function, and performance limits from the perspective of an experienced optical engineer and lens designer. Concise and readable, with examples and data. Intended for students, practicing engineers, and technology users.

Contents

- Preface
- Introduction
- The Eye
- Magnification and Vision
- The Magnifier - Design
- The Eyepiece - Design
- The Microscope - Design
- The Telescope - Design
- The Borescope - Design
- The Periscope
- Design
- Biocular - Design
- Review and Summary of Design Concepts
- References
- Index

About this title

Synopsis

Presents an extensive discussion of the human visual system from the perspective of an experienced optical engineer and lens designer. Combines clear explanations and examples with relevant data to help readers understand the basic workings of the human eye and its performance limits, its function, and its performance characteristics. Presents a ma

Edition details

• Publisher: SPIE Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engi
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0819438863
• ISBN 13: 9780819438867
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 170