The state-of-the-art full-colored handbook gives in six volumes a comprehensive introduction to the principles and the practice of calculation, layout and understanding of optical systems and lens design. Written by reputed industrial experts in the field the user is introduced to the basic properties of optical systems, aberration theory, classification and characterization of systems, advanced simulation models, measuring of system quality and manufacturing issues. More than 3,000 full-colored illustrations and images support the reader and supply an easy understanding of complex optical systems and optical modeling.

• Vol.1 Fundamentals of Technical Optics
• Vol.2 Physical Image Formation
• Vol.3 Aberration Theory and Correction of Optical Systems
• Vol.4 Survey of Optical Instruments
• Vol.5 Metrology of Optical Components and Systems
• Vol.6 Advances Physical Optics

In this volume
Volume 1 gives a general introduction to the field of technical optics. Although part of the series, it acts as a fully selfstanding textbook. With more than 700 full color graphs and it is a intuitive introduction for the beginner and a comprehensive reference for the professional.

1 Introduction
2 Paraxial optics
3 Dielectric interfaces
4 Materials
5 Raytracing
6 Photometry
7 Lightsources
8 Sensors and receivers
9 Theory of color
10 Optical systems
11 Aberrations
12 Waveoptics
13 Plates and prisms
14 Gratings
15 Special components
16 Testing