Liquid Crystal Displays : Fundamental Physics and Technology, Hardcover by Chen, Robert H., ISBN 047093087X, ISBN-13 9780470930878, Like New Used, Free shipping in the US

Chen (National Taiwan U.) offers a comprehensive resource on liquid crystal displays (LCDs), commonly used for computer screens, televisions, mobile phones, and other electronics. The author describes the history of the science and technology that led to the LCD so pervasive today. A sampling of topics includes: double refraction, electromagnetism, liquid crystals, the calculus of variations, Maier-Saupe theory, static continuum theory, LCD chemistry, engineering, the active matrix, the transistor and integrated circuit, and new technologies and products. As one would expect, the reference is written for a professional technical audience, but is clearly written and includes first-rate illustrations. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR ()