Advanced Manufacturing for Optical Fibers and Integrated Photonic Devices

This book explores the theoretical principles and industrial practices of high-technology manufacturing. Focusing on fiber optic, semiconductor, and laser products, the text discusses workshops, production lines, clean rooms, Lean manufacturing processes, continuous improvement, waste reduction, the 5S¿s, management support, product improvement, workplace safety, and auditing. Offering a step-by-step approach complete with numerous figures and tables, detailed references, and a glossary of terms, the book presents the latest manufacturing achievements and their applications in the high-tech sector, employing the international system of units (SI) throughout.