Springer Progress in Nano-Electro-Optics VI: Nano-Optical Probing, Manipulation, Analysis, and Their Theoretical Bases: 139 (Springer Series in Optical Sciences, 139)

This volume focuses on nano-optical probing, manipulation, and analysis. It begins with recent developments in near-field optical spectroscopy that clarify quantum states at the nanoscale, followed by a theory for a photon-electron-phonon interacting system at the nanoscale. Further topics include: visible laser desorption/ionization mass spectroscopy exhibiting near-field effects; a practical nanofabrication method with optical near fields applied to a SHG device; a theory and experimental achievements on optical transport of nanoparticles, selectively manipulated by resonant radiation force. Taken as a whole, this overview will be a valuable resource for engineers and scientists working in the field of nano-electro-optics. Review From the reviews: "This slim volume is the sixth in a series of monographs on nano-electro-optics. … The chapters are written by recognized experts. Each article includes a substantial up-to-date reference list together with clear diagrams and figures. The book will undoubtedly benefit those wishing to keep abreast of developments in this exciting field." (K. Alan Shore, Optics and Photonics News, January, 2009) From the Back Cover This volume focuses on nano-optical probing, manipulation, and analysis. It begins with recent developments in near-field optical spectroscopy that clarify quantum states at the nanoscale, followed by a theory for a photon-electron-phonon interacting system at the nanoscale. Further topics include: visible laser desorption/ionization mass spectroscopy exhibiting near-field effects; a practical nanofabrication method with optical near fields applied to a SHG device; a theory and experimental achievements on optical transport of nanoparticles, selectively manipulated by resonant radiation force. Taken as a whole, this overview will be a valuable resource for engineers and scientists working in the field of nano-electro-optics. About the Author Dr. M. Ohtsu is currently a professor of The University of Tokyo. He is also a project leader of SORST Nanophotonics Team, Japan Science and TechnologyAgency. He has been a president of IEEE LEOS Japan Chapter. He has also been a member of the board of directors, Japan Society of Applied Physics. He is a fellow of Optical Society of America. He is a member of editorial board, Springer Series in Optical Sciences.