Reflecting changes in the field in the ten years since the publication of the first edition, The Handbook of Photonics, Second Edition explores recent advances that have affected this technology. In this new, updated second edition editor Mool Gupta is joined by John Ballato, strengthening the handbook with their combined knowledge and the continued contributions of world-class researchers.

New in the Second Edition:

Information on optical fiber technology and the economic impact of photonics

Coverage of emerging technologies in nanotechnology

Sections on optical amplifiers, and polymeric optical materials

The book covers photonics materials, devices, and systems, respectively. An introductory chapter, new to this edition, provides an overview of photonics technology, innovation, and economic development. Resting firmly on the foundation set by the first edition, this new edition continues to serve as a source for introductory material and a collection of published data for research and training in this field, making it the reference of first resort.

About the Author
Mool C. Gupta, John Balloto

Reviews

"This book is a complete guide to the understanding of how current photonics -- works...Undoubtedly useful for biomedical engineers and physicians who need to have an essential reference that encompasses all areas of photonics."
- Valentin Grimblatov, Ph.D., Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, in IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology

". . . a very useful reference."

- Hsiung Hsu, Professor Emeritus, Ohio State University, in OPN, June 2008, Vol. 19, No. 5

Book Information
ISBN 9780367389635
Author Mool C. Gupta
Format Paperback
Page Count 1040
Imprint CRC Press
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g