{"product_id":"9781119801795","title":"Principles of Physical Optics","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePrinciples of Physical Optics\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharles A. Bennett\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnology \u0026amp; Engineering \/ Optics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn intuitive and accessible approach to the fundamentals of physical optics\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the newly revised Second Edition of \u003ci\u003ePrinciples of Physical Optics\u003c\/i\u003e, eminent researcher Dr. Charles A. Bennet delivers an intuitive and practical text designed for a one-semester, introductory course in optics. The book helps readers build a firm foundation in physical optics and gain valuable, practical experience with a range of mathematical applications, including matrix methods, Fourier analysis, and complex algebra. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis latest edition is thoroughly updated and offers 20% more worked examples and 50% more homework problems than the First Edition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly knowledge of standard introductory sequences in calculus and calculus-based physics is assumed, with the included mathematics limited to what is necessary to adequately address the subject matter. The book provides additional materials on optical imaging and nonlinear optics and dispersion for use in an accelerated course. It also offers: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA thorough introduction to the physics of waves, including the one-dimensional wave equation and transverse traveling waves on a string\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComprehensive explorations of electromagnetic waves and photons, including introductory material on electromagnetism and electromagnetic wave equations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractical discussions of reflection and refraction, including Maxwell’s equations at an interface and the Fresnel equations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn-depth examinations of geometric optics, as well as superposition, interference, and diffraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for advanced undergraduate students of physics, chemistry, and materials science, \u003ci\u003ePrinciples of Physical Optics\u003c\/i\u003e also belongs on the bookshelves of engineering students seeking a one-stop introduction to physical optics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharles A. Bennett, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003eis Emeritus Professor of Physics at the University of North Carolina at Asheville and former Director of the UNCA Center for Teaching and Learning. Since 1983, he has collaborated with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. His research is focused on quantum optics, physical optics, and laser applications in environmental and fusion energy problems. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e09 August 2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781119801795\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e592\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (oz): \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44378411335820,"sku":"9781119801795","price":135.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9781119801795_9e77de78-7e95-49a0-8897-471870632d22.jpg?v=1781092234","url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9781119801795","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}