Optical Scanning Chapter

July 24, 2004

Encyclopedia of Optical Engineering Includes New Chapter Written By NOAH Industries, Inc.

MELBOURNE, FL, July 24, 2004 – Printing is underway for a new book from Marcel & Dekker—The Encyclopedia of Optical Engineering – and Noah Industries, Inc. has contributed by authoring a chapter on Acoustooptic Scanners and Modulators.  The chapter covers topics such as Bragg cells, Diffraction, Beam Deflection, Ultrasonics, Acousto-optics, and Modulators.   

Each chapter in the Encyclopedia of Optical Engineering is written by an author or group of authors who are leaders and experts in their industry, which makes this publication an authoritative and comprehensive reference.  The major highlights of the book include chapters on target detection, image restoration, fiber optic sources, holography, lens design, classification and coding, optical biopsy, radiometry, and more

The chapter titled “Scanners and Modulators—Acousto-Optical” contains information on scanning applications, requirements, relative costs, and limitations for this type of technology.  Noah’s broad experience in this field ensures comprehensive and solid coverage of this subject. 

Noah Industries, located in Melbourne Florida, is an interdisciplinary design center with capabilities ranging from acousto and fiber optics, to optical and laser scanning.  Noah’s services include all phases of development, from exploratory designs to manufacturing.  In addition, Noah has developed its own product line, including fiber optic test equipment and acousto optic instruments.  More information is available at: http://www.noahcorp.com. 

Marcel Dekker is a publisher which provides an innovative approach to research accessibility by making information available at the article level with linked references.