Optical Materials

The second edition of Optical Materials combines physics, optics, and materials science to explain the optical behavior of materials. It focuses on atomic composition, chemical makeup, electronic states, band structure, and physical microstructure, and provides mathematical support and measurement methods.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 530 pages
Publication date: 22 April 2021
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

Optical Materials, Second Edition, presents a comprehensive and unified approach to understanding the underlying physical and structural processes that govern the optical behavior of materials. By seamlessly integrating elements from physics, optics, and materials science, the book offers a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. When necessary, it introduces quantum mechanics to provide a deeper understanding of certain phenomena.

The book organizes the characteristics of optical materials into distinct classes based on their similar behavior. Within each class, the text delves into intricate details, including atomic composition and chemical makeup, electronic states and band structure, and physical microstructure. This comprehensive approach enables readers to gain insights into the engineering and processing conditions necessary to create materials with desired optical properties.

The physical principles are presented at various levels, catering to readers with different backgrounds. A physical explanation is provided to introduce the concepts, followed by formal mathematical support, examples, and methods of measurement. The text ensures that readers can comprehend the equations without necessarily needing to solve them, allowing them to use the information as a reference for calculating optical properties.

By presenting the material in a clear and concise manner, Optical Materials, Second Edition, serves as a valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals in the field of optics, materials science, and engineering. It provides a solid foundation for further exploration and advancements in this interdisciplinary domain.

Weight: 832g
Dimension: 155 x 231 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780128186428
Edition number: 2 ed