Higher Optics

Author: Zhao Jianlin
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Publish Date: 2002-09-01
Features: This book takes the electromagnetic theory of light as its main thread, primarily introducing the linear propagation characteristics of light waves in various environments and their modern applications. The content includes: the fundamental theory of the electromagnetic theory of light, the propagation of light waves in infinite homogeneous isotropic media, the reflection and refraction of light waves, the propagation of light waves in anisotropic crystals, the superposition and coherence of light waves, the diffraction and imaging of light waves, the fundamentals of ray optics, and the statistical properties of light wave fields. It aims to emphasize the systematicity, conciseness, modernity, and applicability of optics while establishing a clear and concise systematic theoretical framework for readers from classical optics to modern optics. This book can serve as a textbook for graduate students and senior undergraduate students in optical, optical engineering, precision instruments, and mechanical engineering-related fields in science and engineering colleges, as well as a reference for professionals in relevant fields. The book is divided into nine chapters, including the fundamental theory of the electromagnetic theory of light, the reflection and refraction of light waves, and the diffraction and imaging of light waves, all centered around the electromagnetic theory of light, primarily introducing the linear propagation characteristics of light wave fields in various environments and their modern applications.