Lasers: The Technology and Uses of Crafted Light (Science and Technology in Focus)

Billings, Charlene W,Tabak, John

ISBN 10: 0816047847 / ISBN 13: 9780816047840

Published by Facts on File, 2006

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HARDCOVER Good - Bumped and creased book with tears to the extremities, but not affecting the text block, may have remainder mark or previous owner's name - GOOD Standard-sized.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Lasers: The Technology and Uses of Crafted Light (Science and Technology in Focus)
• Publisher: Facts on File
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0816047847
• ISBN 13: 9780816047840
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

Designed to give readers a sense of wonder through its recounting of the development of lasers and the ways in which they are used, Lasers, New Edition shows how the scientists and engineers who invented lasers created them as a means of pursuing a scientific theory and then had to figure out what to do with them.

Completely current, this new edition features updated information on many topics, along with five new chapters. Leading students and general readers through the amazing complexities of the world of lasers, this volume answers basic questions about the science and technology of lasers, as well as modern uses in medicine, industry, research, communications, and the military. Additionally, it examines how and why lasers have been used as substitutes for other tools, and it offers a look at the business of laser development.

Five new chapters include:

• Giving Light a Workout
• Illuminating Science Anew
• The New Power Tools
• Lasers and Modern Life
• Beyond the Miracle.

About the Author

Billings holds a B.A. and M.S. in biology and has written many nonfiction books for children and young adults.