Introduction To Geometrical Optics

Introduction to Geometrical Optics is an in-depth treatment of paraxial optics. Only a knowledge of plane geometry, trigonometry and algebra is required. The single surface serves as the basis for understanding refraction and reflection and leads to the object/image properties of thin and thick lenses. Considerable care is taken to master the sign convention needed for solving problems. The remaining 40% of the book covers stops, numerical aperture, resolution, optical instruments trigonometric calculations and aberrations.

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Detailed derivations and diagrams make it a puzzle solver.

This is a must read for professors of optics, and all students interested in the science of optometry. The diagrams are extremely helpful, as is the comprehensive glossary at the end of the text. It is a valuable book, for beginners and optics professionals alike.