This book describes basic optical theory and application methods. The optical design covers geometrical optics, simple wave-optics and diffraction, as well as the use of Excel software for calculations. The author includes a detailed treatment of an optical laser system that generates a laser-focused beam and irradiates an object, which provides images through reflection, refraction and diffraction. Some of the simple calculations are performed directly in Excel spreadsheets, while other complex calculations employ VBA programming. This book is a handy and practical guide for scientists and engineers who are working in the laser optical system design field. It could also benefit graduate students and industry professionals interested in optics.
Review by Lisa Tongning Li, Inphenix, Inc, Livermore, Calif., USA
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