| Description |
1 online resource (xi, 298 pages) |
| Contents |
Cover; Half Title page; Title page; Copyright page; Preface; How Does a Laser Work and What is It Good For?; The Book's Approach; Acknowledgments; Chapter 1: An Overview of Laser Technology; 1.1 What are Lasers Used For?; 1.2 Lasers in Telecommunications; 1.3 Lasers in Research and Medicine; 1.4 Lasers in Graphics and Grocery Stores; 1.5 Lasers in the Military; 1.6 Other Laser Applications; Chapter 2: The Nature of Light; 2.1 Electromagnetic Waves; 2.2 Wave-Particle Duality; Questions; Chapter 3: Refractive Index, Polarization, and Brightness; 3.1 Light Propagation -- Refractive Index |
| Summary |
520 The only introductory text on the market today that explains the underlying physics and engineering applicable to all lasersAlthough lasers are becoming increasingly important in our high-tech environment, many of the technicians and engineers who install, operate, and maintain them have had little, if any, formal training in the field of electro-optics. This can result in less efficient usage of these important tools. Introduction to Laser Technology, Fourth Edition provides readers with a good understanding of what a laser is and what it can and cannot do. The book explains what types of laser to use for different purposes and how a laser can be modified to improve its performance in a given application. With a unique combination of clarity and technical depth, the book explains the characteristics and important applications of commercial lasers worldwide and discusses light and optics, the fundamental elements of lasers, and laser modification |
| Notes |
Description based on print version record |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Subject |
Lasers.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Ewing, J. J. (James J.), 1942-
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Hecht, Jeff.
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Elsevier Science & Technology (Firm)
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ScienceDirect (Online service)
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| ISBN |
1118219465 (electronic bk.) |
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111821949X (electronic bk.) |
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9781118219461 (electronic bk.) |
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9781118219492 (electronic bk.) |
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