Fourier optics

Author: Lü Niguang
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: Fourier Optics can serve as a textbook for senior undergraduate and graduate students majoring in "Optical Information Science and Technology," "Optics," "Optoelectronics," "Optoelectronic Information Engineering," "Applied Physics," "Measurement and Control Technology and Instruments," and "Optical Engineering" in colleges and universities. It can also be used as a reference for scientists and engineers working in the field of optical information technology. The book systematically elaborates on the fundamental theories and main applications of Fourier optics, also known as information optics. The book consists of nine chapters. Chapters 1 and 2 cover two-dimensional Fourier analysis and linear system theory. Chapters 3 to 6 discuss the propagation of light, diffraction, Fourier transformation through lenses, the frequency characteristics of imaging by optical systems, and the propagation characteristics of partially coherent fields using linear systems. Chapters 7 to 9 present the basic principles and applications of optical holography, optical information processing, and laser spot technology. The book is rich in content, not only systematically introducing fundamental theories but also extensively discussing the development and applications in the field of information optics. The book emphasizes the basic physical concepts and physical image processing, particularly focusing on the discussion of fundamental physical ideas and analytical methods. The content is both profound and accessible, progressing in a logical and gradual manner. Each chapter includes selected exercises, facilitating both teaching and self-study, and fostering students' innovative thinking. The book is a revised version of the first edition. It retains the essence and features of the original book while emphasizing the addition of content on the development of optical holographic storage and optical information processing technologies. The book can serve as a textbook for senior undergraduate and graduate students majoring in "Optical Information Science and Technology," "Optics," "Optoelectronics," "Optoelectronic Information Engineering," "Applied Physics," "Measurement and Control Technology and Instruments," and "Optical Engineering" in colleges and universities, as well as a reference for scientists and engineers working in the field of optical information technology.