Optical Coatings and Thermal Noise in Precision Measurement

Optical Coatings and Thermal Noise in Precision Measurement
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ISBN-10 : 1139203363
ISBN-13 : 9781139203364
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Synopsis Optical Coatings and Thermal Noise in Precision Measurement by : Gregory M. Harry

"Thermal noise from optical coatings is a growing area of concern and overcoming limits to the sensitivity of high precision measurements by thermal noise is one of the greatest challenges faced by experimental physicists. In this timely book, internationally renowned scientists and engineers examine our current theoretical and experimental understanding. Beginning with the theory of thermal noise in mirrors and substrates, subsequent chapters discuss the technology of depositing coatings and state-of-the-art dielectric coating techniques used in precision measurement. Applications and remedies for noise reduction are also covered. Individual chapters are dedicated to specific fields where coating thermal noise is a particular concern, including the areas of quantum optics/optomechanics, gravitational wave detection, precision timing, high-precision laser stabilisation via optical cavities and cavity quantum electrodynamics. While providing full mathematical detail, the text avoids field-specific jargon, making it a valuable resource for readers with varied backgrounds in modern optics"--

Optical Coatings and Thermal Noise in Precision Measurement

Optical Coatings and Thermal Noise in Precision Measurement
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 343
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ISBN-10 : 9781139504683
ISBN-13 : 1139504681
Rating : 4/5 (83 Downloads)

Synopsis Optical Coatings and Thermal Noise in Precision Measurement by : Gregory Harry

Thermal noise from optical coatings is a growing area of concern and overcoming limits to the sensitivity of high precision measurements by thermal noise is one of the greatest challenges faced by experimental physicists. In this timely book, internationally renowned scientists and engineers examine our current theoretical and experimental understanding. Beginning with the theory of thermal noise in mirrors and substrates, subsequent chapters discuss the technology of depositing coatings and state-of-the-art dielectric coating techniques used in precision measurement. Applications and remedies for noise reduction are also covered. Individual chapters are dedicated to specific fields where coating thermal noise is a particular concern, including the areas of quantum optics/optomechanics, gravitational wave detection, precision timing, high-precision laser stabilisation via optical cavities and cavity quantum electrodynamics. While providing full mathematical detail, the text avoids field-specific jargon, making it a valuable resource for readers with varied backgrounds in modern optics.

Optical Coatings and Thermal Noise in Precision Measurement

Optical Coatings and Thermal Noise in Precision Measurement
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Total Pages : 343
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ISBN-10 : 1139206346
ISBN-13 : 9781139206341
Rating : 4/5 (46 Downloads)

Synopsis Optical Coatings and Thermal Noise in Precision Measurement by : Timothy P. Bodiya

A timely monograph examining the latest theoretical and experimental understanding of thermal noise from optical coatings.

Electromagnetic Optics of Thin-Film Coatings

Electromagnetic Optics of Thin-Film Coatings
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 396
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ISBN-10 : 9781108809757
ISBN-13 : 1108809758
Rating : 4/5 (57 Downloads)

Synopsis Electromagnetic Optics of Thin-Film Coatings by : Claude Amra

Three experts in the field of thin-film optics present a detailed and self-contained theoretical study of planar multilayers and how they can be effectively exploited in both traditional and modern applications. Starting with a discussion of the relevant electromagnetic optics, the fundamental optical properties of multilayers are introduced using an electromagnetic approach based on a direct solving of Maxwell's equations by Fourier transforms. This powerful approach is illustrated through the comprehensive description of two of the most important phenomena in multilayers, i.e. giant field enhancement in dielectric stacks and light scattering from thin-film optical filters. The same approach is extended to the description of the operation of planar microcavities and the balance of energy between radiated and trapped light. This book will be valuable to researchers, engineers and graduate students with interests in nanophotonics, optical telecommunications, observational astronomy and gravitational wave detection.

Atomic Physics: Precise Measurements and Ultracold Matter

Atomic Physics: Precise Measurements and Ultracold Matter
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Publisher : OUP Oxford
Total Pages : 349
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ISBN-10 : 9780191509636
ISBN-13 : 0191509639
Rating : 4/5 (36 Downloads)

Synopsis Atomic Physics: Precise Measurements and Ultracold Matter by : Massimo Inguscio

This book illustrates the history of Atomic Physics and shows how its most recent advances allow the possibility of performing precise measurements and achieving an accurate control on the atomic state. Written in an introductory style, this book is addressed to advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as to more experienced researchers who need to remain up-to-date with the most recent advances. The book focuses on experimental investigations, illustrating milestone experiments and key experimental techniques, and discusses the results and the challenges of contemporary research. Emphasis is put on the investigations of precision physics: from the determination of fundamental constants of Nature to tests of General Relativity and Quantum Electrodynamics; from the realization of ultra-stable atomic clocks to the precise simulation of condensed matter theories with ultracold gases. The book discusses these topics while tracing the evolution of experimental Atomic Physics from traditional laser spectroscopy to the revolution introduced by laser cooling, which allows the manipulation of atoms at a billionth of a degree above absolute zero and reveals new frontiers of precision in atomic spectroscopy.

Progress in Optics

Progress in Optics
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Publisher : Academic Press
Total Pages : 400
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ISBN-10 : 9780444637215
ISBN-13 : 0444637214
Rating : 4/5 (15 Downloads)

Synopsis Progress in Optics by : Taco Visser

The Progress in Optics series contains more than 300 review articles by distinguished research workers, which have become permanent records for many important developments, helping optical scientists and optical engineers stay abreast of their fields. - Comprehensive, in-depth reviews - Edited by the leading authority in the field

Rotation Sensing with Large Ring Lasers

Rotation Sensing with Large Ring Lasers
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 335
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ISBN-10 : 9781108529839
ISBN-13 : 1108529836
Rating : 4/5 (39 Downloads)

Synopsis Rotation Sensing with Large Ring Lasers by : Ulrich Schreiber

Ring lasers are commonly used as gyroscopes for aircraft navigation and attitude control. The largest ring lasers are sensitive enough that they can be used for high resolution inertial rotation sensing of the Earth in order to detect tiny perturbations to the Earth's rotation caused by earthquakes or global mass transport. This book describes the latest advances in the development of large ring lasers for applications in geodesy and geophysics using the most sensitive and stable devices available. Chapters cover our current knowledge of the physics of the laser gyroscope, how to acquire and analyse data from ring lasers, and what the potential applications are in the geosciences. It is a valuable reference for those working with ring lasers or using the data for applications in geodesy and geophysics; as well as researchers in laser physics, photonics and navigation.

General Relativity and Gravitation

General Relativity and Gravitation
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 697
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ISBN-10 : 9781316298695
ISBN-13 : 1316298698
Rating : 4/5 (95 Downloads)

Synopsis General Relativity and Gravitation by : Abhay Ashtekar

Explore spectacular advances in cosmology, relativistic astrophysics, gravitational wave science, mathematics, computational science, and the interface of gravitation and quantum physics with this unique celebration of the centennial of Einstein's discovery of general relativity. Twelve comprehensive and in-depth reviews, written by a team of world-leading international experts, together present an up-to-date overview of key topics at the frontiers of these areas, with particular emphasis on the significant developments of the last three decades. Interconnections with other fields of research are also highlighted, making this an invaluable resource for both new and experienced researchers. Commissioned by the International Society on General Relativity and Gravitation, and including accessible introductions to cutting-edge topics, ample references to original research papers, and informative colour figures, this is a definitive reference for researchers and graduate students in cosmology, relativity, and gravitational science.

Cavity Optomechanics

Cavity Optomechanics
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 358
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ISBN-10 : 9783642553127
ISBN-13 : 3642553125
Rating : 4/5 (27 Downloads)

Synopsis Cavity Optomechanics by : Markus Aspelmeyer

During the last few years cavity-optomechanics has emerged as a new field of research. This highly interdisciplinary field studies the interaction between micro and nano mechanical systems and light. Possible applications range from novel high-bandwidth mechanical sensing devices through the generation of squeezed optical or mechanical states to even tests of quantum theory itself. This is one of the first books in this relatively young field. It is aimed at scientists, engineers and students who want to obtain a concise introduction to the state of the art in the field of cavity optomechanics. It is valuable to researchers in nano science, quantum optics, quantum information, gravitational wave detection and other cutting edge fields. Possible applications include biological sensing, frequency comb applications, silicon photonics etc. The technical content will be accessible to those who have familiarity with basic undergraduate physics.

Gravitational Waves and Cosmology

Gravitational Waves and Cosmology
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Publisher : IOS Press
Total Pages : 400
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ISBN-10 : 9781643680958
ISBN-13 : 1643680951
Rating : 4/5 (58 Downloads)

Synopsis Gravitational Waves and Cosmology by : E. Coccia

The past twenty years have seen a number of breakthroughs in astrophysics and cosmology, some of which have been awarded Nobel prizes. These physics triumphs highlight the fact that while students need a solid grounding in the fundamentals of astrophysics and cosmology, sight of the basics of the fundamental interactions in physics must not be lost. This book presents papers based on lectures given at the 200th Course of the International School of Physics “Enrico Fermi”, on Gravitation and Cosmology, held in Varenna, Italy, from 3 - 12 July 2017. The aim of the school was to expose students to state-of-the-art research in the field of gravitational waves and cosmology, from both a theoretical and experimental point of view. Lectures were organized in such a way as to foster interaction between the two communities, and a wide range of topics was addressed. In the gravitational waves section, topics covered include experimental issues connected with gravitational wave detection and the new field of multi-messenger astronomy, as well as more astrophysical aspects. In the section on cosmology, there are contributions on the early universe, on the cosmic microwave background (CMB) and on redshift surveys. Other areas covered include a review of inflationary scenarios; the non-Gaussian features of primordial density fluctuations; and the physical mechanisms responsible for the spectral distortions of the blackbody spectrum of the CMB. The book provides an overview of important research developments and will be of interest to all students of gravitation and cosmology.