Directed toward physicists and engineers interested in the device applications enabled by nonlinear optics, this text is suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduate students. Its content is presented entirely on a classical basis and requires only an elementary knowledge of quantum mechanics. The authors demonstrate how real laboratory situations can diverge from ideal theory, acquainting readers with the kinds of problems common to construction of a nonlinear device. They also offer a detailed discussion of the practical problems and characteristics of nonlinear materials, as well as the selection procedures necessary to ensure the use of good material. Their treatment begins with an introduction to the theories of linear and nonlinear optics, along with the basic ideas behind them. Succeeding chapters explore phase matching and nonlinear materials, followed by detailed treatments of second-harmonic generation, parametric up-conversion, and optical parametric amplification and oscillation. Appendixes offer a comprehensive list of materials and their properties; the text concludes with references and an index.
Directed toward physicists and engineers interested in the device applications enabled by nonlinear optics, this text is suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduate students.
Fire-breathing dragons. Elegant floral bands. Exquisitely detailed Mehndi graphics. This collection of 125 beautiful Asian images features some of today's most popular body art designs. Includes three versions of each tattoo — in black-and-white outline, solid drawing, and full color — so it's a great resource for tattoo artists and designers alike.
Fire-breathing dragons. Elegant floral bands. Exquisitely detailed Mehndi graphics. This collection of 125 beautiful Asian images features some of today's most popular body art designs.
Entertaining introduction to simple Japanese words from ahiru (duck) to yubi (finger). 336 ready-to-color illustrations accompany Japanese characters and English transliterations. "
Entertaining introduction to simple Japanese words from ahiru (duck) to yubi (finger). 336 ready-to-color illustrations accompany Japanese characters and English transliterations. "
More than 40 reusable stickers portray a whimsical assortment of bees, including a queen and her attendants — plus flowers, pennants, and other colorful items for decorating a honeycombed hive.
More than 40 reusable stickers portray a whimsical assortment of bees, including a queen and her attendants — plus flowers, pennants, and other colorful items for decorating a honeycombed hive.
Blast off to another galaxy where your mission will be to create a crew of extraterrestrial beings. You'll be equipped with all the necessary parts — from saucer eyes to spotted, scaly, and furry bodies — 56 stickers in all. Apply them creatively to the outer space scene provided and launch your own sci-fi drama!
Welcome to this birthday party especially for kids. Decorate and transform a large, empty room (with a "Happy Birthday" banner on one wall, to start off) with 25 sticker images of balloons, cats, dogs, birthday guests, gifts, and, of course, a large cake with candles. Use the stickers again and again to create many different views of a very special occasion.Original Dover (2004) publication. 25 full-color stickers on 4 plates.
Apply 24 reusable images of doctors, a nurse, medications, wheelchair, and other items to a picture of a hospital emergency room and watch it hum with activity.
Apply 24 reusable images of doctors, a nurse, medications, wheelchair, and other items to a picture of a hospital emergency room and watch it hum with activity.
Winsome sprites gather flowers, make music, and play in a forest glen. Rearrange the 26 stickers of fairies, butterflies, birds, and flowers for endless enjoyment.
Winsome sprites gather flowers, make music, and play in a forest glen. Rearrange the 26 stickers of fairies, butterflies, birds, and flowers for endless enjoyment.
