Optical Holography: Principles, Techniques and Applications

Cambridge Studies in Modern Optics

by P. Hariharan

This is a new and greatly expanded edition of what has become one of the best known introductions to the principles, techniques and applications of optical holography. Where necessary, existing sections have been updated to cover several new techniques and applications and two new chapters have been added. After presenting the theory of holographic imaging and the various types of holograms, the author covers practical aspects of holography, as well as the production of holograms for display, color holography, and computer generated holograms. He then discusses a variety of applications of holography in detail, such as high resolution imaging, information storage and processing, vibration analysis, and holographic interferometry. Containing more than 1000 selected references, this book will be invaluable to anyone wishing to learn more about optical holography, as well as to established researchers and engineers in this field.

428 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1984

Reviews

[Mike · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fine case of a text that does what it says on the tin: in this case, it explains applications and approaches in holographics in a manner that applies very well to lab-based classes or to those working in the field who need to figure something out. Overall, it's very clear and easy-to-follow and stays located on the pragmatic over theory, though ample theory is also included. A good text all around.