Robert R. Shannon
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Robert R. Shannon is Professor Emeritus of Optical Sciences at the University of Arizona College of Optical Sciences.
He was president of the Optical Society of America
in 1985.
Professor Shannon received his BS and MA from the University of Rochester in 1954 and 1957 respectively.
His research is on the use of computers for testing and optical design, the metrication of large optical systems, the design of synthetic-aperture optical systems, the analysis and design of unobscured-aperture optical systems, optical fabrication and test methods and optical data storage technology.
He was president of the Optical Society of America
Optical Society of America
The Optical Society is a scientific society dedicated to advancing the study of light—optics and photonics—in theory and application, by means of publishing, organizing conferences and exhibitions, partnership with industry, and education. The organization has members in more than 100 countries...
in 1985.
Professor Shannon received his BS and MA from the University of Rochester in 1954 and 1957 respectively.
His research is on the use of computers for testing and optical design, the metrication of large optical systems, the design of synthetic-aperture optical systems, the analysis and design of unobscured-aperture optical systems, optical fabrication and test methods and optical data storage technology.
External links
- Articles Published by early OSA Presidents Journal of the Optical Society of America