1st Edition
by Charles L. Joseph (Author), Santiago Bernal (Author)
Focuses on the common recurring physical principles behind sophisticated modern devices
This
book discusses the principles of physics through applications of
state-of-the-art technologies and advanced instruments. The authors use
diagrams, sketches, and graphs coupled with equations and mathematical
analysis to enhance the reader’s understanding of modern devices.
Readers will learn to identify common underlying physical principles
that govern several types of devices, while gaining an understanding of
the performance trade-off imposed by the physical limitations of various
processing methods. The topics discussed in the book assume readers
have taken an introductory physics course, college algebra, and have a
basic understanding of calculus.
- Describes the basic
physics behind a large number of devices encountered in everyday life,
from the air conditioner to Blu-ray discs
- Covers
state-of-the-art devices such as spectrographs, photoelectric image
sensors, spacecraft systems, astronomical and planetary observatories,
biomedical imaging instruments, particle accelerators, and jet engines
- Includes access to a book companion site that houses Power Point slides
Modern Devices: The Simple Physics of Sophisticated Technology is designed as a reference for professionals that would like to gain a basic understanding of the operation of complex technologies. The book is also suitable as a textbook for upper-level undergraduate non-major students interested in physics.
