TABLE OF CONTENTS The optics used for most applications are founded on what might be called the basic "standard" optical systems. And, in fact, almost all optical systems are modifications or combinations of these "standard" or basic systems. The principles of these systems are well understood, and their primary characteristics and limitations can be expressed by simple mathematical relationships. This chapter is intended as an exposition of the concepts and principles of these basic systems. The reader can utilize these systems as building blocks to synthesize a customized solution to the requirements of the application at hand.
