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Optics. Learning by computing, with model examples using MathCad, Matlab, Mathematica, and Maple. With CD-ROM. 2nd ed. (English) Zbl 1179.78001

New York, NY: Springer (ISBN 978-0-387-26168-3/hbk). xvi, 453 p. (2007).
The book is aimed at readers who want to learn the basics of optics by using model computations. Step by step all basic formulas in geometrical, wave and Fourier optics are derived and supplemented by programs to solve a particular problem linked to a topic in optics or some application. The suite of more than 170 model programs covers the wide range from classical geometric ray optics to wave and modern optics described in 11 Chapters: Geometrical optics; Interference; Diffraction; Coherence; Maxwell’ theory; Maxwell II: Modes and mode propagation; Blackbody radiation, atomic emission, and lasers; Optical constants; Fourier transformation and FT-spectroscopy; Imaging using wave theory; Aberration.
In the second edition MATLAB, Mathematica, and Maple files have been added to the MathCad files on the CD of the first edition. The book is intended for a one semester introductory optics course, but also suitable for self-learning by scientists or engineers who would like to refresh their knowledge of optics.

MSC:

78-01 Introductory exposition (textbooks, tutorial papers, etc.) pertaining to optics and electromagnetic theory
78-04 Software, source code, etc. for problems pertaining to optics and electromagnetic theory
78A02 Foundations in optics and electromagnetic theory
78A05 Geometric optics
78A10 Physical optics
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