Wrestling with Light : History, Science and Applications / James T. Dakin

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Dakin, James T.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource (186 pages)

Place of Publication:

Melville, New York AIP Publishing 2021

Summary:

This book presents a chronology of the science and technology of light and focuses on the phenomena and joy of discovery rather than mathematical theories and derivations. The book presents an easy-to-read guide to the integration of science and engineering, and combines it with the history of discoveries, inventions, and applications involving light phenomena. Wrestling with Light: History, Science and Applications features: -- A chronological approach to the study of light -- The combination of scientific principles and commercial product development -- Interesting historical details about the disruption of the lighting industry caused by globalization and changes in technology Researchers, graduate, and undergraduate students in optics and physics will find this an inspiring resource. Those fascinated by light or professionals considering careers related to light will find this an interesting overview.

Contents:

Introduction to Light - First Light - The Emergence of Light Science - Electromagnetism, Quanta, and Materials - QED, Quarks, and the Standard Model - Traditional Electric Lighting - LEDs and Disruption - Light and Life - Reflections.

Other Format:

Printed edition

ISBN:

9780735423961

9780735423978

9780735423985

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.