Optoelectronics: Introductory Theory & Experiments

First Edition
Gary Cardinale

Optoelectronics – the study of optics and electronics - affects our everyday lives from the basic use of computers and home entertainment systems to the complex areas of medical science and telecommunications.

This introductory-level lab manual introduces the basic concepts of optoelectronics and can be used in any courses dealing with applied physics, fiber optics, or electronic devices.

Beginning with a review of topics, such as light characteristics, optical switches, light emitters and detectors, users then develop their own optoelectronics circuits that will be used in conducting experiments.

Features:

• experiments provide the opportunity to build, test, and understand optoelectronics circuits without the use of complex equipment
• numerous review questions provide reinforcement and build critical thinking skills
• step-by-step approach from theory to hands-on experiments reinforce stronger understanding

Contents:

Chapter 1: Power Supplies.
Chapter 2: An Introduction to Light-Basic Concepts.
Chapter 3: Light Emitters-Green Leds.
Chapter 4: Light Detectors-Photoresistors.
Chapter 5: Optical Switch-A Photoresistor Application.
Chapter 6: Light Emitters-Red Leds.
Chapter 7: Light Emitters-Infrared Leds.
Chapter 8:Light Detectors-Phototransistors.
Chapter 9:Light Detectors-Photovoltaic Cells.
Chapter 10: Optical Switch-A Phototransistor Application.
Chapter 11: Optical Switch-An Oscillator-Phototransistor Apllication.
Chapter 12: An Introduction to Light-Complex Concepts.

288 Pages - 8-1/2 x 11 in.