Diffractive optics involves the manipulation of light using diffractive optical elements (DOEs). DOEs are being widely applied in such areas as telecommunicatio

"Given the many different applications and uses of diffractive optics, the importance of this field cannot be underestimated. This book supplements the availabl

Proceedings of the 20th Course of the International School of Quantum Electronics held in Erice, Italy, November 14-24, 1996

The first inclusive book on the cutting-edge field of modern optics and its applications For the first time, all the major aspects of designing planar DOEs are

Miniaturization and mass replications have begun to lead the optical industry in the transition from traditional analog to novel digital optics. As digital opti