Preface for 2nd Edition

1.Introduction and Brief History of Holography

2.Background of Physical and Geometrical Optics for Holography.

3.Introduction to the Basic Concepts of Holography.

4.Holographic Image Formation.

5.Hologram Diffraction Efficiency.

6.Computer Generated Holograms.
7.Digital Holography.

8.Holographic Recording Materials.

9.Holographic Optical Elements and Instrument Applications.

10.Holographic Interferometry.

11.Holographic Displayes.

12.Holographic Data Storage.

Appendix A: Mathematical Relations

Appendix B: Practical Considerations for Hologram Construction

Appendix C: Laser Operation and Properties Useful for Holography

Appendix D: Holographic Material Processing Techniques

Appendix E: Holography Lab Experiments

Appendix F: Techniques for Accurate Fabrication of Volume Holographic Optical Elements

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