The angular momentum of light /

"Recent developments in the angular momentum of light present fresh challenges to long established concepts and pave the way for new and wide-ranging applications. The scope for structured light such as optical vortices, in particular, now extends from microfluidics to quantum information. This...

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Corporate Author: ebrary, Inc
Other Authors: Andrews, David L., 1952-, Babiker, Mohamed
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2013.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:"Recent developments in the angular momentum of light present fresh challenges to long established concepts and pave the way for new and wide-ranging applications. The scope for structured light such as optical vortices, in particular, now extends from microfluidics to quantum information. This is the first comprehensive edited collection dealing with light carrying spin and orbital angular momentum, covering both fundamental and applied aspects. Written by internationally leading specialists, the chapters have been compiled to reflect the latest scientific progress and to address the multitude of theoretical, experimental and technical issues associated with this vibrant and exciting field. The volume is an authoritative reference for academic researchers and graduate students engaged in theoretical or experimental study of optical angular momentum and its applications. It will also benefit professionals in physics, optics and optical engineering, chemistry and biology"--
Item Description:Electronic resource.
Physical Description:1 online resource (xvi, 425 pages) : illustrations
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.