Light Propagation in Linear Optical Media / Edition 1

by Glen D. Gillen, Katharina Gillen, Shekhar Guha

Overview

Light Propagation in Linear Optical Media describes light propagation in linear media by expanding on diffraction theories beyond what is available in classic optics books. In one volume, this book combines the treatment of light propagation through various media, interfaces, and apertures using scalar and vector diffraction theories.

After covering the fundamentals of light and physical optics, the authors discuss light traveling within an anisotropic crystal and present mathematical models for light propagation across planar boundaries between different media. They describe the propagation of Gaussian beams and discuss various diffraction models for the propagation of light. They also explore methods for spatially confining (trapping) cold atoms within localized light-intensity patterns.

This book can be used as a technical reference by professional scientists and engineers interested in light propagation and as a supplemental text for upper-level undergraduate or graduate courses in optics.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138076327
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/29/2017
Pages:	392
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Gillen, Glen D. ; Gillen, Katharina; Guha, Shekhar

Table of Contents

Electromagnetic Fields and Origin of Light. Electromagnetic Waves in Linear Media. Light Propagation in Anisotropic Crystals. Wave Propagation across the Interface of Two Homogeneous Media. Light Propagation in a Dielectric Waveguide. Paraxial Propagation of Gaussian Beams. Scalar and Vector Diffraction Theories. Calculations for Plane Waves Incident Upon Various Apertures. Vector Diffraction across a Curved Interface. Diffraction of Gaussian Beams. Trapping Cold Atoms with Laser Light. Appendix: Complex Phase Notation, Engineer’s vs. Physicist’s.

Editorial Reviews

"The material supplied covers a specific area of electromagnetic analysis that is not usually encountered in optics books. The thorough mathematical analysis of the diffraction process could be of great interest to researchers in the field. The book includes also specific introductory chapters on the approaches for studying light, and specifically the electromagnetic approach. The sections of the chapters regarding anisotropic media are also quite detailed. The book is written by recognized researchers in the field."
–Dr. Félix Fanjul-Vélez, Applied Optical Techniques Group Electronics Technology, Systems and Automation Engineering Department, University of Cantabria, Santander, Spain

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