Optical Methods in Engineering Metrology

by D.C. Williams (Editor)

Overview

Optical methods, stimulated by the advent of inexpensive and reliable lasers, are assuming an increasingly important role in the field of engineering metrology. Requiring only a basic knowledge of optics, this text provides a compendium of practical information prepared by leaders in the field.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789401046831
Publisher:	Springer Netherlands
Publication date:	11/13/2012
Series:	Engineering Aspects of Lasers Series
Edition description:	Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1993
Pages:	477
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.04(d)

Table of Contents

1 Introduction.- 2 Laser beam geometry and its applications.- 3 Alignment metrology.- 4 Photogrammetry in industrial measurement.- 5 Laser interferometry for precision engineering metrology.- 6 Laser vibrometry.- 7 Industrial application of holographic interferometry.- 8 Television holography and its applications.- 9 Moiré methods in strain measurement.- 10 Automatic analysis of interference fringes.- 11 Monomode fibre optic sensors.

Editorial Reviews

‘Anyone with a measurement problem to solve is likely to find this book an ideal starting point.'
Optical World
‘Provides a compendium of practical information, prepared by contributors who have considerable experience in the field...A wide range of applications is covered.'
Quality Today
‘This book deserves a place on the shelves..has a strong tendency towards practicality and applications..most useful in explaining a variety of techniques and how to solve problems with them.'
The Photogrammetric Record
‘This excellent book...is very well written. The techniques are described in a lucid fashion with any background theory clearly explained. It is well illustrated with practical examples...and is valuable for the engineer.'
Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science

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