Optical Measurement Techniques

Devoted to novel optical measurement techniques that are applied in both industry and life sciences, this book offers a fresh perspective on the development of modern optical sensors. These sensors are often essential in detecting and controlling parameters that are critical for industrial and biomedical processes. The book provides an accessible entry for beginners who want to become familiar with the latest innovations in modern optics. Readers get an up-to-date overview on applications of optical sensors in materials science, nanotechnology, and optics.

Applied Optical Spectroscopy.- Machine Vision Systems.- Optical Inspection of Surface Roughness and Gloss.- Measurement of Positions, Distances, and Displacement.- Laser Velocimetry.

From the reviews:

"The specific topics on which this book focuses are: applied optical spectroscopy; machine vision; laser velocimetry and optical surface inspection. ... The various chapters are supported by a substantial number of references ... . This book will enable readers to rapidly acquire an appreciation of the utility of the identified optical measurement techniques. ... Overall the book is produced to a high quality and will thus serve many readers very well." (K. Alan Shore, Contemporary Physics, March, 2012)