A comprehensive reference including practical, hands-on exercises and data of experimental studies, written by leading researchers in the field• An introductory/intermediate level treatment including practical, hands-on exercises and data of experimental studies, written by leading researchers in the field• The authors lead a LED packaging R&D center with an industrial grade prototyping line and state-of-the-art facilities for materials/optical/electrical/thermal characterization. A substantial amount of technical contents in this book is based on the hands-on experience and experimental practices of the authors• The manufacture of LED-based luminaries for lighting is a huge area and there is a need for a comprehensive book instructing engineers and designers in the lighting industry• Includes packaging LED components such as interconnection, phosphor deposition, encapsulation, thermal management and reliability, making this an excellent reference and background reading for engineers and researchers