This expanded and revised translation of the standard reference for the German optics industry reflects the latest technology and current practices around the world. Written with the practicing optician in mind, the book presents optical engineers with coverage of materials, tool and design methods, and product testing. The book provides both a theoretical foundation and a reference, encompassing both the pre-Galilean foundations of optics and recent computerized optical metrology systems. Author information is not given. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Based on an unpublished revision of the standard reference in the German optics industry. Designed as a source of facts, data and definitions, it reflects state-of-the-art technology and current practices in the United States and abroad. Practical in nature, it presents optical engineers with comprehensive coverage of material, tool and design methods and testing of the final product. Easily accessible with tables, graphs and equations, it will help professionals quickly and accurately find the most suitable solutions to their optical challenges.
