Optical Sensors and Microsystems: New Concepts, Materials, Technologies

Fibre optical sensors and optical microsystems have assumed a significant role in sensing and measurement of many kinds. These optical techniques are utilized in a wide range of fields, including biomedicine, environmental sensing, mechanical and industrial measurement, and art preservation. This volume is a survey of optical sensors and optical microsystems. It aims at combining a tutorial foundation with analysis of research in this area, and an extensive coverage of both technology and applications.