Introduction to Fourier Optics

4th Edition • By Joseph W. Goodman

Introduction to Fourier Optics, Fourth Edition is the definitive textbook for understanding how Fourier analysis underpins modern optical systems. Written by Joseph W. Goodman, a pioneer in optical engineering, this book is the global standard for students, engineers, and researchers working in optics and photonics.

This edition presents a rigorous yet practical treatment of diffraction, imaging, and optical information processing. It connects mathematical foundations with real-world optical system design, making it indispensable for both academic study and professional engineering work.

What This Book Does

This book explains how Fourier transforms describe wave propagation, diffraction, and imaging. Readers learn how optical systems process spatial information and how these principles apply to holography, imaging systems, and computational optics.

Key Features of the 4th Edition

• Comprehensive coverage of Fourier analysis in optical systems
• In-depth treatment of diffraction and imaging theory
• Applications in holography and optical information processing
• Mathematical examples with clear physical interpretation
• Widely adopted in undergraduate and graduate optics programs

Topics Covered (Highlights)

• Wave Optics and Fourier Analysis
• Diffraction Theory
• Fourier Transform Methods in Optics
• Coherent and Incoherent Imaging
• Optical Imaging System Design
• Holography and Optical Information Processing
• Fourier Optics in Lens Systems
• Computational and Modern Optical Techniques

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Product Details

• Title: Introduction to Fourier Optics
• Edition: 4th Edition
• Author: Joseph W. Goodman
• Publisher: Macmillan Learning
• ISBN-13: 9781319119164
• ISBN-10: 1319119166
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 528
• Dimensions: 7.5 × 9.5 inches
• Weight: 2.25 lbs
• Publication Date: May 1, 2017
• Availability: In Stock
• Price: $79.99 (Free Shipping)

Who Should Use This Book?

• Undergraduate and graduate optics students
• Photonics and optical engineering professionals
• Researchers in imaging and holography
• Instructors teaching Fourier optics
• Engineers designing optical systems

Why It’s Essential

• Definitive textbook in Fourier optics worldwide
• Authored by a pioneer of optical engineering
• Balances mathematical rigor with physical intuition
• Direct relevance to modern photonics and imaging
• Outstanding value at BooksGoat with free shipping

FAQs

• Is this suitable for beginners in optics? Yes, for readers with basic calculus, linear systems, and introductory wave optics knowledge.
• Why is Joseph W. Goodman’s book considered the standard text? It established Fourier optics as a formal discipline and remains the most cited and adopted reference worldwide.
• Does the book cover diffraction in depth? Yes, including Fresnel and Fraunhofer diffraction with spatial frequency interpretation.
• Does it include imaging systems and lens theory? Yes, with detailed treatment of coherent and incoherent imaging and lenses as Fourier transformers.