{"product_id":"optics-hardback-9780750642484","title":"Optics (Hardback) 9780750642484","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eOptics\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eMike Freeman (Author), Christopher Hull (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780750642484\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 23 October 2003\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e576 pages, 485 ills.\u003cbr\u003e15.6 x 23.4 x 3.3 cm, 1.2 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eAn understanding of the fundamental principles of geometrical and physical optics is essential for any student engaged in the study of the visual sciences, but the non-physicist needs a text which clearly explains these notoriously difficult concepts in order to apply them to the practical and clinical aspects of vision. Optics by Freeman and Hull fulfils this requirement admirably.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive information on optics makes this book the definitive source on the subject.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA bright, two-color design enhances the text and aids the reader's understanding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletely updated and revised to present the latest information in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll illustrations are now highlighted with a second color to aid understanding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new color plate section provides clear, excellent-quality photographs to vividly illustrate important concepts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore information is included on aspheric lenses, with a new chapter on aspheric lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany new questions and exercises reinforce important points and help readers understand the material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe contents have been entirely reorganized for a more logical, easy-to-follow approach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new glossary defines all key terms from the chapters for convenient reference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e1.\tThe basics of light and optical surfaces2.\tReflection and refraction at plane surfaces3.\tRefraction and reflection at spherical surfaces4.\tThin lenses5.\tThick lenses and systems of lenses6.\tPrinciples of optical instruments7.\tAberrations and ray tracing8.\tNon-spherical and segmented optical surfaces9.\tThe nature of light, light sources and detectors10.\tRadiometry and photometry11.\tOptical materials: interaction of light and matter12.\tInterference and optical films13.\tDiffraction: wavefronts and images14.\tOptical design: forming a good image15.\tThe eye as an optical instrumentAnswers to exercises\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Optometry \/ opticians [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Optometry \/ opticians\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Optometry%20\/%20opticians%20%5BMQR%5D%22\"\u003eMQR\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Freshly Printed Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46648313872664,"sku":"9780750642484","price":81.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/products\/9780750642484.jpg?v=1694343970","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/optics-hardback-9780750642484","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}