{"product_id":"analytical-lens-design-using-the-optical-plate-diagram-an-introduction-to-the-fundamentals-with-practical-applications-paperback","title":"Analytical Lens Design using the Optical Plate Diagram: An introduction to the fundamentals with practical applications - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAndrew Rakich\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this book, Rakich provides a fresh look at the Optical Plate Diagram of C. R. Burch, with design examples, descriptions of well-known (and some less well-known) design types, along with some interesting historical background.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Optical Plate Diagram is a useful tool for conceptualizing the behavior of optical systems. Although Seidel aberration theory provides guidance as to the large-scale behavior of optical systems, the required algebra is sometimes a barrier to the visualization of solutions. By contrast, the diagram describes aberrations with reference to a simple mechanical analog that is in many cases conceptually simpler than Seidel theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is highly recommended for optical designers seeking to broaden their conceptual understanding of optical systems and aberration theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features: \u003c\/strong\u003e * Provides a highly intuitive pathway to understanding optical system aberrations. * Claims, then demonstrates by example, the way the Optical Plate Diagram can lead to powerful new design insights. * Structured to render material in each chapter in increasing order of technical difficulty, enhancing accessibility and readability to people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. * Assistance to people new to the field, a fresh perspective to people experienced in the field, and a useful overview to people working in related fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.38 x 10 x 7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 27, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45355635867692,"sku":"9780750331005","price":48.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/6260\/8940\/files\/QOS2-oHKiu9780750331005.webp?v=1781802595","url":"https:\/\/littleredgeneralstore.com\/products\/analytical-lens-design-using-the-optical-plate-diagram-an-introduction-to-the-fundamentals-with-practical-applications-paperback","provider":"Little Red General Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}