LASERS, THE LIGHT FANTASTIC :: 1979 TAB HB

Contents includes:

" Introduction

1. Brief History of Lasers

2. Matter & Measurements Interpersonal Learning
The Importance of Measurement
Characteristics of Laser Materials
Internal Structure of Matter

3. Electricity, Magnetism & Waves
Work & Energy
Magnetic Fields & EMF
Principles of Radiation
Upwards to Masers and Lasers
Special Advantages of Shorter Wavelengths

4. Light & Radiant Energy
Units of Light Intensity
Measurement of Light Intensity
Velocity of Light
Reflection & Refraction of Light
Polarization of Light
Fluorescence and Phosphorescence
How Optic & Electronics Work Together
Simple Optical Devices
Light & Electromagentic Waves Comparison
Laser Welder Optical System

5. Quantum Mechanics
The Atom
Planetary Electrons
The Hydrogen Atom
Quantum Physics Concepts
Energy Levels
Complex Atoms
Shells & Subshells
Stimulated Emission
Coherence

6. Microwaves & Resonant Cavities
Waveguides
Resonant Cavities
Cavities at Optical Wavelengths
Forerunner of the Modern Laser

7. The Ruby Laser

8. The Gas Laser

9. Laser Energy & Emission Characteristics

10. Laser Classification & Construction

11. Introduction to Semiconductor Lasers
Solid-State Physics
Infrared
Infrared & the EM Spectrum
Infrared Radiations
Emissivity
Transmission Characteristics of Infrared
Optical Devices
Infrared Detectors
Detector Characteristics
Photodetectors
Thermal Detectors
Infrared Applications
Infrared Laser Rangefinder

12. Injection Lasers: Theory & Experiments

13. Laser Pumping

14. Laser Communication
Modulation
Modulation of a GaAs Injection Laser
Demodulation

15. Laser Radar
Principles of Operation
Noise Effects
Typical Gaseous Laser Radar

16. Laser Gyroscope

17. Lasers in Space
Satellite Laser Ranging
Laser Ranging Station
Lageos Satellite
Lasers in Space Communications

18. Lasers in Industry
Laser Operation
Hole Drilling
Resistor Trimming
Welding
Cutting
Scribing
Sealing

19. Lasers in Commerce
Alternative to CRT Computer Displays
Integrated Laser & Fiber-Optic Display
A New Kind of Photography

20. Laser Safety Hazards
Biological Effects of Laser Radiation
Protective Equipment
General Safety Precautions

Glossary

Appendix Periodic Table
Atomic Symbols
Atomic Elements

Index "

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