Introduction to Matrix Methods in Optics

By A. Gerrard

Book Overview

Clear, accessible guide requires little prior knowledge and considers just two topics: paraxial imaging and polarization. Lucid discussions of paraxial imaging properties of a centered optical system, optical resonators and laser beam propagation, matrices in polarization optics and propagation of light through crystals, much more. 60 illustrations. Appendixes. Bibliography.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0486680444
• ISBN13: 9780486680446
• Release Date: February 2012
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.4" x 8.5"