Optical Design for Visual Systems

Walker, Bruce H.

ISBN 10: 0819438863 / ISBN 13: 9780819438867

Published by SPIE Press, 2000

About this Item

Presents an extensive discussion of the human visual system from the perspective of an experienced optical engineer and lens designer. Combines clear explanations and examples with relevant data to help readers understand the basic workings of the human eye and its performance limits, its function, Series: Tutorial Texts. Num Pages: 159 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: TTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 260 x 179 x 13. Weight in Grams: 386. . 2005. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Optical Design for Visual Systems
• Publisher: SPIE Press
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0819438863
• ISBN 13: 9780819438867
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

This tutorial explains the human eye, its function, and performance limits from the perspective of an experienced optical engineer and lens designer. Concise and readable, with examples and data. Intended for students, practicing engineers, and technology users.

Contents

- Preface
- Introduction
- The Eye
- Magnification and Vision
- The Magnifier - Design
- The Eyepiece - Design
- The Microscope - Design
- The Telescope - Design
- The Borescope - Design
- The Periscope
- Design
- Biocular - Design
- Review and Summary of Design Concepts
- References
- Index

About the Author

Bruce H. Walker is an independent consultant with more than 40 years of experience in optical engineering and lens design. He received four patents for unusual lens design while working for General Electric, and for 20 years was with the Electro-Optical Division of Kollmorgen Corp. He also is a long-time contributor to the Photonics Handbook and Dictionary.