Introduction to Nonimaging Optics, Second Edition

Introduction to Nonimaging Optics, Second Edition

<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><br /><UL><br /><LI>Features a new and intuitive introduction with a basic description of the advantages of nonimaging optics</LI><br /><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><br /><LI>Incorporates new material on the simultaneous multiple surface (SMS) design method in 3-D, integral invariants, and étendue 2-D</LI><br /><LI>Contains 21 chapters, 24 fully worked and several other examples, and 1,000+ illustrations, including photos of real devices</LI><br /><LI>Addresses applications ranging from solar energy concentration to illumination engineering</LI></UL><br /><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>