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Volume IVA is devoted to progress in optical component research and development. Topics include design of optical fiber for a variety of applications, plus new materials for fiber amplifiers, modulators, optical switches, light wave devices, lasers, and high bit-rate electronics. This volume is an excellent companion to "Optical Fiber Telecommunications IVB: Systems and Impairments." (March 2002, ISBN: 0-12-3951739). It is fourth in a respected and comprehensive series. It is presented by authoritative authors from a range of organizations. It is suitable for active lightwave R&D designers, developers, purchasers, operators, students, and analysts.