Lasers and optoelectronics : fundamentals, devices, and applications / Dr Anil K. Maini.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Laser basics -- Laser characteristics -- Types of lasers -- Types of lasers (gas lasers) -- Types of lasers (semiconductor lasers) -- Building blocks of laser electronics -- Solid state laser electronics -- Gas laser electronics -- Laser diode electronics -- Optoelectronic devices and circuits -- Lasers in industry -- Lasers in medicine -- Lasers in science and technology -- Military applications -- Military applications (directed energy laser systems).

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With emphasis on the physical and engineering principles, this book provides a comprehensive and highly accessible treatment of modern lasers and optoelectronics. Divided into four parts, it explains laser fundamentals, types of lasers, laser electronics & optoelectronics, and laser applications, covering each of the topics in their entirety, from basic fundamentals to advanced concepts. Key features include: exploration of technological and application-related aspects of lasers and optoelectronics, detailing both existing and emerging applications in industry, medical diag.