The Laser GuidebookNew edition of a reference and tutorial introduction to the practical aspects of lasers--the functional characteristics vital to those who work with them. A few chapters describe basic principles; subsequent chapters are devoted to the various kinds of lasers, e.g. helium-neon, noble gas, helium-cadmium, carbon dioxide, chemical, copper and gold vapor, excimer, nitrogen, and others. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR |
Contents
Introduction | 1 |
Definition and Description of a Laser | 2 |
Differences from Other Light Sources | 3 |
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