Overview

Written in an easy-to-read style, this comprehensive guide examines the current knowledge on opto-mechanical laser beam scanning technology. Combining theoretical and practical aspects, Laser Beam Scanning discusses the applications, performance, and design of holographic, polygonal, galvanometric, and resonant scanning systems.

Expertise and Coverage

Bringing together the expertise of leading international authorities, this invaluable source provides unique coverage on gas bearings for rotating scanning devices and windage associated with polygonal scanners. This work also includes authoritative information on Gaussian beam diameters and optical design of components and systems relating to optical disk data storage.

Features and Audience

Containing time-saving chapter introductions and summaries, numerous illustrations and tables, useful definitions, and up-to-date references, this handy, on-the-job reference aids optical engineers and designers, electronic, electrical, and laser engineers; physicists; and graduate-level students in optical engineering courses to apply laser beam scanning to new designs successfully.