This is an expertly written, broadly approachable treatment of the fundamental principles and latest developments in the science and technology of infrareddetection. The author, an internationally recognized pioneer, presents each topic with a brief summary of historical background followed by clear explanation of key principles underlying performance, overview of properties, and analysis of the state-of-the-art. The four sections cover introductory aspects, infrared thermal detectors, infrared photon detectors, and focal plane arrays. Itincludes coverage of cutting edge developments such as novel uncooled detectors, type II superlattice detectors, and quantum dot infrared detectors.
- ISBN: 978-1-4200-7671-4
- Editorial: CRC Press
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 648
- Fecha Publicación: 14/09/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés