Boundary Conditions in Electromagnetics – eBook

Description

Explore the intricate world of boundary conditions as they apply to antenna and microwave engineering, material physics, optics, and the broader field of electromagnetic research.

Boundary conditions are pivotal in tackling electromagnetic challenges. They not only facilitate mathematical analysis in engineering contexts but also play a vital role in the innovative design of new electromagnetic structures. The ebook **Boundary Conditions in Electromagnetics (PDF)** offers an extensive examination of the most fundamental boundary conditions constrained by principles of linearity and locality. It delves into essential issues of plane-wave reflection and matching phenomena related to planar boundaries in simple isotropic media.

This authoritative textbook methodically introduces well-known specific cases of popular boundary conditions—like perfect electromagnetic conductor, impedance, and Dirichlet-to-Neumann boundaries—before expanding into various more general boundary conditions. The successive chapters provide insights into sesquilinear boundary conditions and practical computations related to wave scattering phenomena defined by distinct boundary conditions. Notably, the textbook frequently references the practical applications of less-common boundary conditions, especially in the domains of metamaterial and metasurface engineering.

Key features of this essential ebook include:

• A thorough mathematical analysis of electromagnetic fields associated with specified boundary conditions
• Illustrative examples demonstrating the influence of boundary conditions on the scattering characteristics of particles
• A wealth of in-chapter exercises and solutions, comprehensive references, and a meticulously curated index for easy navigation
• Appendices that include vital electromagnetic formulas, a Gibbsian 3D dyadic overview, and a detailed four-dimensional formalism

The **Boundary Conditions in Electromagnetics** serves as a crucial resource for electrical engineers and physicists engaged in electromagnetics research. It is designed for graduate and post-graduate students who are studying the complexities of electromagnetics, as well as for advanced readers who seek a deeper understanding of electromagnetic theory.

ISBN: 978-3-00-005614-0, ISBN: 978-3-00-005613-3.