Introduction to Nonimaging Optics

Introduction to Nonimaging Optics

<P><STRONG>Introduction to Nonimaging Optics</STRONG> covers the theoretical foundations and design methods of nonimaging optics, as well as key concepts from related fields. This fully updated, revised, and expanded <B>Second Edition</B>: </P> <UL> <LI>Features a new and intuitive introduction with a basic description of the advantages of nonimaging optics</LI> <LI>Adds new chapters on wavefronts for a prescribed output (irradiance or intensity), infinitesimal étendue optics (generalization of the aplanatic optics), and Köhler optics and color mixing</LI> <LI>Incorporates new material on the simultaneous multiple surface (SMS) design method in 3-D, integral invariants, and étendue 2-D</LI> <LI>Contains 21 chapters, 24 fully worked and several other examples, and 1,000+ illustrations, including photos of real devices</LI> <LI>Addresses applications ranging from solar energy concentration to illumination engineering</LI></UL> <P><STRONG>Introduction to Nonimaging Optics, Second Edition</STRONG> invites newcomers to explore the growing field of nonimaging optics, while providing seasoned veterans with an extensive reference book.</P>