Bulk and Surface Acoustic Waves: Fundamentals, Devices, and Applications

This book provides a practical introduction to acoustic wave theories using a reader-friendly matrix-based linear algebra approach, enabling the reader to gain a better understanding of the underlying physics through software tools like MATLAB and OCTAVE. It also uses case studies to demonstrate the application of the fundamentals in device designs and analyses.

Format: Hardback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 27 January 2022
Publisher: Jenny Stanford Publishing

This comprehensive book offers a reader-friendly approach to understanding acoustic wave theories through the use of matrix-based linear algebra. By leveraging software tools like MATLAB (commercial codes) and OCTAVE (open-source codes), readers can swiftly gain a deeper understanding of the underlying physics, facilitating a practical introduction to the subject. Instead of relying on abstract tensor manipulations, the text employs a linear algebra format, making it accessible and easy to follow. Furthermore, the book incorporates case studies to showcase how the fundamentals of acoustic waves are applied in device designs and analyses. These case studies help readers appreciate the connections and interdependences between the underlying sciences and the observed behavior and performances. To reinforce the learning experience, all problems for illustrations, examples, case studies, and device analyses are developed and solved based on the mathematical foundations laid out in the book. By delving into this resource, readers will gain a thorough grasp of acoustic wave theories and their practical applications, enhancing their understanding of the field.

Weight: 826g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789814877732