This text provides a systematic description of the entire subject of particle field holography. Holography is used to study very small objects in a dynamic volume, providing information about the size, shape and velocity of such objects as dust, raindrops, fuel droplets and pollen. Professor Vikram aims to provide a coherent, comprehensive and self-contained treatment of the theory, practice and applications. All the necessary mathematical formulations, figures and photographs, experimental procedures and results, and literature citations are included.

This book discusses ultrafast optical switching devices and systems, which operate at speeds beyond those of normal electronics. Both fundamental physics and engineering applications are treated, and the book provides a complete LOGOUT of some of the key research issues and approaches.