Covers the fundamental concepts of laser operation, including dispersion theory, gain and resonators, different types of laser systems, noise characteristics, optical fibers, ultrafast lasers, and nonlinear frequency conversion.
Covers the definitions and characteristics of transducers, sensors, and actuators in different physical domains, emphasizing sensor performance and measurement accuracy.
Discusses the fundamental properties and characteristics of optical detectors, including responsivity, quantum efficiency, and the impact of noise on detection limits.
