Near-Field Optics: Theory, Instrumentation, and Applications [Hardcover]

Michael A. Paesler (Author), Patrick J. Moyer (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 24, 1996 | ISBN-10: 0471043117 | ISBN-13: 978-0471043119 | Edition: 1

A complete guide to one of the most revolutionary technologies in the history of imaging

Near-field microscopes combine the richness of optical analysis, the noninvasive character of light, and the wide variety of sample environments of conventional microscopes with the finer spatial resolution of alternative technologies. Near-Field Optics combines an introduction to near-field optical theory with a handbook and reference for the practice and application of near-field microscopy. Michael A. Paesler and Patrick J. Moyer provide the most comprehensive presentation available on the instrumentation and operation of near-field microscopes. Writing from the viewpoint of the scientist who wants to apply these revolutionary instruments in a laboratory setting, the authors:
* Explain the pertinent optical theory and provide a developmental history of near-field instruments
* Discuss imaging theory and its application in the near-field scanning optical microscope (NSOM)
* Explore the optical behavior of elements that provide the near-field/far-field connection in an NSOM
* Provide operational how-to's for NSOMs
* Examine the theory and operation of optical tunneling microscopes with special emphasis on the photon tunneling microscope (PTM)
* Enumerate contrast mechanisms available to the near-field microscopist
* Describe the application of near-field techniques in biology, materials science, surface chemistry, and information storage

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From the Publisher

Near-field optics is a new and growing field in microscopy which exploits small apertures in close proximity to imaged surfaces to achieve super resolution. This lavishly illustrated book is designed as an entrance to the literature, a reference and a user's guide. Introduces the basic optics necessary to understand near-field phenomena. Describes the instrumentation design of the near-field optical microscope. Provides applications of this methodology to areas such as semiconductors, lasers and optical data storage.

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A complete guide to one of the most revolutionary technologies in the history of imaging

Near-field microscopes combine the richness of optical analysis, the noninvasive character of light, and the wide variety of sample environments of conventional microscopes with the finer spatial resolution of alternative technologies. Near-Field Optics combines an introduction to near-field optical theory with a handbook and reference for the practice and application of near-field microscopy. Michael A. Paesler and Patrick J. Moyer provide the most comprehensive presentation available on the instrumentation and operation of near-field microscopes. Writing from the viewpoint of the scientist who wants to apply these revolutionary instruments in a laboratory setting, the authors:
* Explain the pertinent optical theory and provide a developmental history of near-field instruments
* Discuss imaging theory and its application in the near-field scanning optical microscope (NSOM)
* Explore the optical behavior of elements that provide the near-field/far-field connection in an NSOM
* Provide operational how-to's for NSOMs
* Examine the theory and operation of optical tunneling microscopes with special emphasis on the photon tunneling microscope (PTM)
* Enumerate contrast mechanisms available to the near-field microscopist
* Describe the application of near-field techniques in biology, materials science, surface chemistry, and information storage

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 355 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience; 1 edition (May 24, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471043117
• ISBN-13: 978-0471043119
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,842,570 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent summary of progress to date in near-field optics., January 28, 1998

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This review is from: Near-Field Optics: Theory, Instrumentation, and Applications (Hardcover)

Drs Paesler and Moyer present a comprehensive overview of the research to date in near-field optics, including their own progress in the field. Clearly written and readable passages cover both the theory and applications of near-field microscopy, as well as a primer on the discipline's history. As the field is relatively young but quickly growing, having centralized access to seminal works is a real benefit. Having one of the authors (Moyer) as a graduate advisor, I was able to take first-hand advantage of his expertise in my own near-field research; for those who don't have the luxury of one-on-one interaction with the authors, their book is the next best thing.