Optik in Ingenieur- und Naturwissenschaften

The field of optics has evolved over the past few decades into a significant driver of technological development in many areas such as physics, chemistry, medicine, biology, and IT technology. It is referred to as an "enabling technology" because it facilitates innovations in various fields. Therefore, knowledge in this area is of great importance in academic education in the natural sciences and engineering, as well as for many research and development projects.

This optics book is a compact reference work that explains both the physical fundamentals and the main application areas of optics. It has been written by experienced university professors and successful practitioners, targeting students and professionals in engineering and natural sciences, as well as industrial engineers who wish to acquire knowledge and skills in optical technologies.

The book consists of two parts: one covering the physical fundamentals with many worked examples, and the other focusing on practical applications.

Physical Fundamentals: geometric optics, radiometry and photometry, wave optics, quantum optics, optoelectronics, optical fibers.

Application Areas: lighting technology, methods and simulation; laser applications, material processing; optical sensors, measurement technology, spectral devices; optical device technology, cameras, telescopes, microscopes; imaging techniques for materials science and medicine; optical design and simulation, design of complex systems; optical phenomena, optical illusions.