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Harnessing light
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- Book Synopsis
- Optical science and engineering affect almost every aspect of our lives. Millions of miles of optical fiber carry voice and data signals around the world. Lasers are used in surgery of the retina, kidneys, and heart. New high-efficiency light sources promise dramatic reductions in electricity consumption. Night-vision equipment and satellite surveillance are changing how wars are fought. Industry uses optical methods in everything from the production of computer chips to the construction of tunn
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9780309059916
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- National Academy Press, (25 August 1998)
- Number of Pages
- 339
- Weight
- 753 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 279 x 216 x 22 mm
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