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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherElsevier Science & Technology Books
ISBN-100080264816
ISBN-139780080264813
eBay Product ID (ePID)30353
Product Key Features
Number of Pages808 Pages
Publication NamePrinciples of Optics : Electromagnetic Theory of Propagation, Interference and Diffraction of Light
LanguageEnglish
SubjectPhysics / Optics & Light, Physics / General
Publication Year1980
TypeTextbook
AuthorEmil Wolf, Max Born
Subject AreaScience
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Weight31.6 Oz
Item Length9.7 in
Item Width7.5 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number6
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN80-041470
Dewey Edition21
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal535
Table Of ContentHistorical Introduction; Basic Properties of the Electromagnetic Field; Electromagnetic Potentials and Polarization; Foundations of Geometrical Optics; Geometrical Theory of Optical Imaging; Geometrical Theory of Aberrations; Image Forming Instruments; Elements of the Theory of Aberrations; Interference and Diffraction with Partially Coherent Light; Rigorous Diffraction Theory; Diffraction of Light by Ultrasonic Waves; Optics of Metals; Optics of Crystals.
SynopsisThe latest edition of the author's classic work in the field of Physical Optics incorporating revisions to the text and illustrations as well as references to recent contributions to the literature. The historical introduction is followed by detailed information clearly presented on all aspects of the subject including Basic Properties of the Electromagnetic Field, Geometrical Theory of Optical Imaging, Elements of the Theory of Aberrations and the Optics of Crystals. Reviews of previous editions: 'Principles of Optics still stands out as the central source of information for any serious student or research worker of optical science.' Applied Optics 'It can be recommended without reserve as the one that every serious worker in optics should have on his bookshelf.' Optics and Laser 'As a result of the rigor, completeness, and elegance in the presentation of classical optics by Born and Wolf, the Principles of Optics will very likely remain for many more years the unsurpassed reference book for the mature, experienced, and serious optical scientist and engineer.' Circuits and Systems