Optics & optoelectronics

Semiconductor integrated circuits are essential in the current information society, as they are used in various applications including PCs and mobile phones. CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) transistor is a key component for integrated circuits. Continuous scaling down in transistor si..

Featuring contributions from pioneers of next generation photovoltaic research, Next Generation Photovoltaics: High Efficiency through Full Spectrum Utilization presents a comprehensive account of the current state-of-the-art in all aspects of the field. The book first discusses topics, such as mult..

This book describes the fundamental aspects of nonlinear optics from basic principles to applications. Starting from the polarization induced by an electric field in a material, it relates the induced polarization to the propagating fields. It describes the properties of the induced polarization thr..

Choosing the appropriate computational method for a photonics problem requires a clear understanding of the pros and cons of the available numerical methods. This book presents six of the most frequently used methods: FDTD, FDFD, 1+1D nonlinear propagation, modal method, Green’s function, and FEM. E..

Choosing the appropriate computational method for a photonics problem requires a clear understanding of the pros and cons of the available numerical methods. This book presents six of the most frequently used methods: FDTD, FDFD, 1+1D nonlinear propagation, modal method, Green’s function, and FEM. E..

This book presents a collection of breakthrough research portraying the odyssey of light from optical solitons to optical rogue waves in nonlinear optical fibers. It provides a simple yet holistic view on the theoretical and application-oriented aspects of light, with a special focus on the underlyi..

This book brings together key topics across the field of OLEDs, from fundamental chemistry and physics to practical materials science and engineering aspects. The first part of the book covers construction materials of OLED devices, from substrate to encapsulation. The second part addresses challeng..

This work provides readers with a thorough guide to performing optical modeling and simulations of thin-film solar cells and PV modules. The authors offer insight on examples of existing optical models, demonstrate the applicability of optical modeling, and present concrete directions and solutions ..

In this book, leading engineers, material scientists, chemists, physicists, laser scientists, and manufacturing specialists offer an in-depth, wide-ranging look at the fundamental and unique characteristics of light-driven optical actuators. They explore how light can initiate physical movement and ..

This text/reference discusses the methodology and the theoretical basis of remote sensing of water. It presents physical concepts of aquatic optics relevant to remote sensing techniques and outlines the problems of remote measurements of the concentrations of organic and inorganic matter in water. I..

This comprehensive text provides a basic introduction to the optical properties of polymers, as well as a systematic overview of the latest developments in their nano engineering applications—including L-GRIN lenses, 3D holographic displays, optical gene detection, and more. Covering an increasingly..

Incorporating MATLAB®, this book provides a single resource for optical wireless communication systems based on the systems approach. It presents past and current research activities to illustrate optical sources, transmitters, detectors, and receivers used in optical wireless communications. The te..