Shoebox Holography was developed with the aid of high school students. It describes in detail how to make a hologram using a simple inexpensive laser pointer. The book is intended as a science project for beginners. More serious students can buy the Holography Handbook which describes how to create a home studio for making holograms. Shoebox Holography has been used by numerous high schools as well as amateurs who are just getting started making holograms.

This volume presents state-of-the-art information on several important material systems and device structures employed in modern semiconductor lasers. The first two chapters discuss several III-V, II-VI, and VI-VI compound semiconductor material systems employed in diode lasers whose emission spectra cover the range from the blue to the mid-infrared. Subsequent chapters describe the elaboration of special laser structures designed for achieving narrow spectral linewidths and wavelength tunability, as well as high power emission devices. The last chapter covers the development of surface emitting diode lasers, particularly vertical cavity structures.
In all five chapters, the underlying device physics as well as the state-of-the-art and future trends are discussed. This book introduces the non-expert to the design and fabrication issues involved in the development of these important laser devices. In addition, it reviews the current status of the different material systems and cavity configurations for the benefit of readers engaged in research in this field. Useful background material related to the fundamentals of lasing in semiconductors can be found in the companion volume, Semiconductor Lasers I: Fundamentals.
Key Features
* Covers important recent advances in materials, design, fabrication, and device structure of semiconductor lasers--aspects not covered in previously existing literature
* Introduces the non-expert to the subject
* Useful for professionals engaged in research and development
* Numerous schematic and data-containing illustrations
* Written by leading experts in the field

Lasers are becoming increasingly important in surface science, both for the diagnostic evaluation and the processing of surfaces, for example, higher harmonic generation for diagnosis and the widespread use of laser surface microstructuring and annealing for processing. The physics behind such applications might be described in some cases by simple heating and melting processes, but can also include much more complex phenomena such as plasma generation or elementary collective surface excitations. Laser Applications in Surface Science and Technology provides an overview of the different techniques, discusses the principles behind them and gives a concise description of laser-induced and laser-detected processes on surfaces. Recent developments in the field such as nonlinear surface spectroscopies and the interactions of ultrashort pulses with materials, are also introduced. Invaluable reading for postgraduate students and research scientists across a wide range of disciplines including: physics, chemistry, electronic engineering and materials science.

Distributed feedback (DFB) semiconductor lasers emit light in a single mode which is essential to providing the carrier in long haul high bit-rate optical communication systems. This comprehensive research monograph provides: thorough analysis of the operation and design of DFB lasers a high level of tutorial discussion with many valuable appendices the first full account of time-domain numerical modelling techniques applicable to future optical systems as well as present devices Web access to a suite of MATLAB programs (student version MATLAB 4 or higher). It is essential reading for those studying optical communications at graduate and advanced under-graduate level, and a key book for industrial designers of opto-electronic devices.

The Holography Handbook has received recommended reviews from Scientific American, Booklist (American Library Association), Library Journal, New Scientist and Home Electronics & Entertainment. Although out of print for a while, this book is now back in print and available. This book is the defining source on how a hobbyist can make excellent quality holograms on a limited budget. The book also contains sections on advanced techniques and holography as a art form.

Introduction to Integrated Optics: Characterization and Modeling of Optical Waveguides (S. Pelli, G. Righini). Introduction to Nonlinear Guided Waves (M. Bertolotti). Nonlinear Optical Materials (C. Flytzanis). Integrated Optics in Lithium Niobate (D. Delacourt). Propagation of Selftrapped Optical Beams in Nonlinear Kerr Media and Photorefractive Crystals (B. Crosignani). Advances in Semiconductor Integrated Optics (A. Carenco). Silica on Silicon Integrated Optics (R.R. Syms). Integrated Optics on Silicon: IOS Technologies (S. Valette). Are Glasses Suitable for Optoelectronics? (A. Montenero). Linear and Nonlinear Optical Properties of Polymer Waveguides (F. Michelotti). Fabrication and Characterization of Conjugated Polymer Waveguides (S. Sottini). Linearized Optical Modulators for High Performance Analog Links (G. Tangonan et al.). Alloptical Switching in AlGaAs Semiconductor Wavelength Devices (J.A. Aitchison). Integrated Optics Sensors (O. Parriaux). Spatial Optical Solitonsexperiments (Y. Silberberg). Optical Losses of Characterization of Channel Waveguide through Photodeflection Method (R. Li Voti et al.). 7 additional articles. Index.

This book is an edited version of lectures given by the authors at the 1985 Jilin University Summer School on Laser Physics. The School was held at Jilin University in Changchun, Peoples' Republic of China.

Dieses Buch zur Experimentalphysik ist der vierte Band der lange erwarteten Ausarbeitung der uberaus beliebten Vorlesungen von Joachim Heintze. Dieser Band beschaftigt sich mit den Grundlagen zu den Wellenerscheinungen und der Optik, wie sie an der Universitat in den Experimentalphysikkursen im Bachelor-Studiengang gelehrt werden. Die Liebe des Autors fur die Physik und fur spannende und historische Experimente ist in das Buch eingegangen und in allen Kapiteln unvermindert zu spuren.Hier finden Sie alle fur das Bachelor- und das Nebenfachstudium der Physik relevanten Themen in anschaulicher und besonders gut verstandlicher Form mit vielen Abbildungen prasentiert. UEbungsaufgaben mit ausfuhrlichen Loesungen erleichtern die Prufungsvorbereitung. Ob Physik Ihr Hauptfach sein mag oder ein Begleitfach in jedem Fall werden Sie von den klaren Erlauterungen und den eingangigen Darstellungen profitieren und vieles mitnehmen, das Sie auf Ihrem weiteren Weg begleiten wird.

Sigrid Zobl beschreibt eine low-tec-high-yield-Abformmethode fur synthetische und organische Oberflachen, die schnell, kostengunstig, mit wenig Materialaufwand und ohne aufwandiges Equipment durchfuhrbar ist, um Strukturfarben und eventuell ihre Funktionen zu replizieren. Die im Rahmen dieser Arbeit abgeformten 22 organischen Vorlagen stammen aus der Gruppe der Flora und Fauna. Die Autorin zeigt, dass CD-R-Positiv-Abdrucke nicht nur einen direkten Anwendungsbereich als kunstlerisches Stilmittel liefern, sondern dass die positiven Epoxidharz-Abdrucke auch zur Anlage einer Datenbank fur biomimetische Oberflachen dienen koennen. Daruber hinaus liefern die Abdrucke neue Erkenntnisse fur die Grundlagenforschung.

Daniel Szczepanski zeigt, dass sich die fur die hohe Effizienz noetige Laserintensitat in der Fuge- und Strahltechnik negativ auf das thermische Verhalten der optischen Komponenten auswirkt. Als Folge daraus ist mit einem erhoehten Grataufwurf zu rechnen, der an der Lasereintrittsseite zu beobachten ist. Ebenso sinkt die Genauigkeit des Prozesses mit Folgen fur die Wirtschaftlichkeit des neuartigen Trennverfahrens. Der Einfluss der thermischen Belastung wird vom Autor in zahlreichen Untersuchungen erforscht und bewertet.

The only introductory text on the market today that explains the underlying physics and engineering applicable to all lasers

Although lasers are becoming increasingly important in our high-tech environment, many of the technicians and engineers who install, operate, and maintain them have had little, if any, formal training in the field of electro-optics. This can result in less efficient usage of these important tools.

"Introduction to Laser Technology," Fourth Edition provides readers with a good understanding of what a laser is and what it can and cannot do. The book explains what types of laser to use for different purposes and how a laser can be modified to improve its performance in a given application. With a unique combination of clarity and technical depth, the book explains the characteristics and important applications of commercial lasers worldwide and discusses light and optics, the fundamental elements of lasers, and laser modification.?

In addition to new chapter-end problems, the "Fourth Edition" includes new and expanded chapter material on:

Material and wavelength

Diode Laser Arrays

Quantum-cascade lasers

Fiber lasers

Thin-disk and slab lasers

Ultrafast fiber lasers

Raman lasers

Quasi-phase matching

Optically pumped semiconductor lasers

"Introduction to Laser Technology," Fourth Edition is an excellent book for students, technicians, engineers, and other professionals seeking a fuller, more formal introduction to the field of laser technology.

Dieses Buch zur Experimentalphysik ist der zweite Band der lange erwarteten Ausarbeitung der uberaus beliebten Vorlesungen von Joachim Heintze. Die Liebe des Autors fur die Physik und fur spannende und historische Experimente ist in das Buch eingegangen und in allen Kapiteln unvermindert zu spuren. Hier finden Sie alle fur das Bachelor- und das Nebenfachstudium der Physik relevanten Themen in anschaulicher und besonders gut verstandlicher Form mit vielen Abbildungen prasentiert. UEbungsaufgaben mit ausfuhrlichen Loesungen erleichtern die Prufungsvorbereitung. Ob Physik Ihr Hauptfach sein mag oder ein Begleitfach in jedem Fall werden Sie von den klaren Erlauterungen und den eingangigen Darstellungen profitieren und vieles mitnehmen, das Sie auf Ihrem weiteren Weg begleiten wird. "Moege dieses Buch dazu dienen, allen Studenten die Schoenheit der Physik aufzuzeigen, Zusammenhange zu sehen, das Studium zu erleichtern und damit dieses Vermachtnis zu erkennen und weiter zu tragen." Hans-Georg Siebig, Aus dem Vorwort.

Simon Weingarten beschreibt die Entwicklung von Teilchendetektoren fur ein Upgradeprojekt des Triggersystems im CMS-Experiment. Auf Basis von schnellen Plastikszintillatoren und Silizium-Photomultipliern (SiPM) entwickelt der Autor einen neuen Myon-Detektor, der eine hohe Nachweiswahrscheinlichkeit mit grosser Signalreinheit verbindet. Der Einfluss verschiedener Modulparameter, wie z.B. die optische Ankopplung zwischen Szintillator und SiPM oder der Einsatz von reflektierenden Szintillatorumwickelungen, wird systematisch untersucht.

Dieses Buch zur Experimentalphysik ist der erste Band der lange erwarteten Ausarbeitung der uberaus beliebten Vorlesungen von Joachim Heintze. Die Liebe des Autors fur die Physik und fur spannende und historische Experimente ist in das Buch eingegangen und in allen Kapiteln unvermindert zu spuren.

Hier finden Sie alle fur das Bachelor- und das Nebenfachstudium der Physik relevanten Themen in anschaulicher und besonders gut verstandlicher Form mit vielen Abbildungen prasentiert. Ubungsaufgaben mit ausfuhrlichen Losungen erleichtern die Prufungsvorbereitung. Ob Physik Ihr Hauptfach sein mag oder ein Begleitfach in jedem Fall werden Sie von den klaren Erlauterungen und den eingangigen Darstellungen profitieren und vieles mitnehmen, das Sie auf Ihrem weiteren Weg begleiten wird.

""Moge dieses Buch dazu dienen, allen Studenten die Schonheit der Physik aufzuzeigen, Zusammenhange zu sehen, das Studium zu erleichtern und damit dieses Vermachtnis zu erkennen und weiter zu tragen.""

"Hans-Georg Siebig, Aus dem Vorwort"

Der Autor

Joachim Heintze studierte Physik in Berlin und an der Universitat Gottingen und wurde 1953 an der Universitat Heidelberg bei Otto Haxel promoviert. 1958 habilitierte er uber Elektronenspinpolarisation beim Betazerfall. Danach war er einige Jahre am CERN. 1963 erhielt er mit Volker Soergel fur Arbeiten zur Messung des seltenen Betazerfall des Pions den Gustav-Hertz-Preis. Ab 1964 war Heintze Professor an der Universitat Heidelberg."

Recent advances in lasers and measuring devices, as well as new capabilities in automated data acquisition, have made possible the design and practical implementation of self-sufficient lidar systems.

Holography, invented in 1947 by the Hungarian physicist Dennis Gabor, is a two-step imaging technique that comprises the successful combination of interferences and diffraction. This book provides current research advances in digital holography. The topics discussed include digital holographic interference microscopy for blood cells; fragile and secure watermarking for the authentication of 3D images; and digital holography for 3D metrology.

Department of Defense (DOD) development work on high-energy military lasers, which has been underway for decades, has reached the point where lasers capable of countering certain surface and air targets at ranges of about a mile could be made ready for installation on Navy surface ships over the next few years. More powerful shipboard lasers, which could become ready for installation in subsequent years, could provide Navy surface ships with an ability to counter a wider range of surface and air targets at ranges of up to about 10 miles. This book focuses on potential Navy shipboard lasers for countering surface, air, and ballistic missile threats.

This book gathers the latest research from around the globe on the subject of lasers and optics research. Topics discussed include polarisation dependent effects in optical wave-guides containing bragg grating structures; bacterial cell interactions with optical fibre surfaces; passively mode-locked fibre lasers with non-linear optical loop mirrors; optical breakdown in gases induced by high-power ir co2 laser pulses and towards shaping of pulsed plane waves in the time domain via chiral sculptured thin films.

Microbiochips, such as a lab-on-a-chip (LOC) devices and micro total analysis systems, can be regarded conceptually as a biological equivalent of conventional silicon integrated circuits, which involve miniaturization and integration of electronics. As its name implies, an ideal LOC should have a very small footprint and yet still be capable of functioning as a laboratory in which partial or complete chemical or biological analysis can be performed automatically. This book provides an overview of 3D femtosecond laser direct writing technology and highlight its potential for fabrication of complex smart microsystems by furnishing some examples of fabrication and hybrid integration of microfluidics, micromechanics, photonics, and electronics.

This book gathers the latest research from around the globe on the subject of lasers and optics research. Topics discussed include micro-nano patterning; computer vision by laser metrology and algorithms of artificial intelligence; dynamic alignment of molecules in intense laser fields; laser ablation and laser cleaning for cultural heritage.

Productive direct conversion of lignocelluloses into liquid organic products by electron distillation of crude wood or by dry distillation of preliminarily irradiated wood is considered. Electron-beam conversion is several times more effective than ordinary hydrolytic, pyrogenous or enzymatic processing of wood. Distillation of wood by electron-beam energy yields a number of the useful reagents for heavy organic synthesis and fuel productions. In particular, this path results in high yield of furans -- perspective raw materials for production of high-quality alternative fuel which is compatible to conventional engine fuel and the up-to-date types of automobile engines. This book discusses that the electron-beam irradiation of binary wood-bitumen or wood-polymer inter-mixtures is characterised by sinergistic destruction of components.

'Optical and Electro-Optical Properties of Liquid Crystals: Nematic and Smectic Phases' describes the general properties of the most popular liquid crystal (LC) phases nematics (Ns) and smectics (Ss), and in addition, is directed to fill in a niche of the LC field. This book covers topics ranging from the types and classifications of liquid crystals to a detail description of the fundamental properties of nematics and smectics, including continuum theory, non-linearity, behaviour in electric field, surface alignment, phase transitions, defect and textures and provides a useful reference intended for advanced topics of the physics of liquid crystals.

This book studies the electrical, optical and structural properties of the Be-oped GaInas/AlGaAs multiple quantum-well structures (MQWs) at different doping density in the GaInls well, both designed and fabricated in house. The higher Be-doping density in the wells was found to enhance the compressive strain and increase barrier height of the GaInAs/AlGaAs MQWs through extensive optical characterisation. It caused the shifts of the sub-energy levels in the valence band of the well material and the absorption wavelength resulting from the intersubband absorption. These observations were verified by theoretical calculation based on the six-band Luttinger-Kohn model by taking the Be-doping into account.