Introduction to Optics

Germain Chartier

ISBN 10: 1441923284 / ISBN 13: 9781441923288

Published by Springer New York, Springer US Nov 2011, 2011

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Neuware -Choice Outstanding Title! (January 2006)Since the discovery of the lasers in 1960 and optical fibers in 1970, optics underwent deep changes which accentuated its multi-field character. This work covers essential concepts of comprehension and reports the great progress of current knowledge in optics. The method of presentation is inspired by Richard Feynman, with an emphasis on 'telling' optics, rather than deducing it from fundamental laws. For its excellent teaching style, the book received the Arnulf-Francon Award by the French Optical Society. The concepts are formulated in a way such that the necessary mathematical tools do not hinder comprehension of the phenomena. Global in vision, the book can also be used as a reference. In addition to the traditional aspects of optics, it includes the tools and methods currently used by researchers and engineers as well as explanation and implications of the most recent developments.Springer Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg 616 pp. Englisch.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introduction to Optics
• Publisher: Springer New York, Springer US Nov 2011
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1441923284
• ISBN 13: 9781441923288
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu

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Synopsis

Translated from the French edition by the author and thoroughly updated, this book gives an introduction to modern optics at an advanced level. The unique approach, inspired by Richard Feynman, will benefit both students and lecturers alike. The book received the Arnulf-Francon Award of the French Optical Society for excellence in optics teaching. The author is Professor Emeritus at Institut National Polytechnique de Grenoble, France, and active optics consultant.

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Since the discovery of the laser in 1960 and optical fibers in 1970, optics has undergone dramatic changes that accentuate its multi-disciplinary character. This text covers essential concepts and reports the key developments and progress in current knowledge in the field. Inspired by the style of Richard Feynman, the method of presentation emphasizes "telling" optics, rather than deducing it from fundamental laws, as well as tactfully using mathematical tools so as not to obscure the physical phenomena of interest. For its excellent teaching approach, the book received the Arnulf-Francon Award of the French Optical Society. The concepts are formulated in a way such that the necessary mathematical tools do not hinder comprehension of the phenomena. Global in vision, the book can also be used as a reference. In addition to the traditional aspects of optics, it includes the tools and methods currently used by researchers and engineers, as well as explanation and implications of the most recent developments.