Introduction to Electromagnetic Theory and the Physics of Conducting Solids


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This book consists of two parts. Part A (Chapters 1-3) is an introduction to the physics of conducting solids, while Part B (Chapters 4-10) is an introduction to the theory of electromagnetic fields and waves. The book is intended to introduce the student to classical electrodynamics and, at the same time, to explain in simple terms the quantum theory of conducting substances – in particular, the solid ones. Excessive mathematical proof is avoided as much as possible, in favor of pedagogical efficiency at an introductory level. The theory of vector fields is briefly discussed in a separate chapter, helping the student cope with the mathematical challenges of Maxwell's theory. The book serves as a primary source for a sophomore-level electromagnetics course in an electronics-oriented engineering program, but it can also be used as a secondary (tutorial) source for an intermediate-level course in electrodynamics for physicists and engineers. The content is based on the author’s lecture notes for his sophomore-level Physics course at the Hellenic Naval Academy.




Introduction to Electromagnetic Theory


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A direct, stimulating approach to electromagnetic theory, this text employs matrices and matrix methods for the simple development of broad theorems. The author uses vector representation throughout the book, with numerous applications of Poisson’s equation and the Laplace equation (the latter occurring in both electronics and magnetic media). Contents include the electrostatics of point charges, distributions of charge, conductors and dielectrics, currents and circuits, and the Lorentz force and the magnetic field. Additional topics comprise the magnetic field of steady currents, induced electric fields, magnetic media, the Maxwell equations, radiation, and time-varying current circuits. Geared toward advanced undergraduate and first-year graduate students, this text features a large selection of problems. It also contains useful appendixes on vector analysis, matrices, elliptic functions, partial differential equations, Fourier series, and conformal transformations. 228 illustrations by the author. Appendixes. Problems. Index.




Introduction to Electromagnetic Theory


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Perfect for the upper-level undergraduate physics student, Introduction to Electromagnetic Theory presents a complete account of classical electromagnetism with a modern perspective. Its focused approach delivers numerous problems of varying degrees of difficulty for continued study. The text gives special attention to concepts that are important for the development of modern physics, and discusses applications to other areas of physics wherever possible. A generous amount of detail has been in given in mathematical manipulations, and vectors are employed right from the start.




Physics


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Physics: Introduction to Electromagnetic Theory has been written for the first-year students of B. Tech Engineering Degree Courses of all Indian Universities following the guideline and syllabus as recommended by AICTE. The book, written in a very simple and lucid way, will be very much helpful to reinforce understanding of different aspects to meet the engineering student’s needs. Writing a text-cum manual of this category poses several challenges providing enough content without sacrificing the essentials, highlighting the key features, presenting in a novel format and building informative assessment. This book on engineering physics will prepare students to apply the knowledge of Electromagnetic Theory to tackle 21st century and onward engineering challenges and address the related questions. Some salient features of the book: · Expose basic science to the engineering students to the fundamentals of physics and to enable them to get an insight of the subject · To develop knowledge on critical questions solved and supplementary problems covering all types of medium and advanced level problems in a very logical and systematic manner · Some essential information for the users under the heading “Know more” for clarifying some basic information as well as comprehensive synopsis of formulae for a quick revision of the basic principles · Constructive manner of presentation so that an Engineering degree students can prepare to work in different sectors or in national laboratories at the very forefront of technology




Introduction To Electromagnetc Theory


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The book is intended to emphasize the aspects of electromagnetism which are most important for the modern student as a background both for experimental physics and for the quantum theory of matter and radiation. The emphasis is on physical theory as developed from fundamental empirical laws rather than on mathematics and internal logic. Thus, Maxwell’s equations are obtained from the experimental laws of Coulomb, Ampere and Faraday, instead of postulated initially. The physical concepts come out more clearly in this way, and the approach represents the manner in which physical theory evolves. The introduction of electrodynamic potentials and the solution of the wave equation are treated conventionally. Rationalized MKS units are used, because the majority of modern reference books and papers are now written in this system of units. I have not concentrated primarily on problem solving, the heart of the matter lies in the ideas and their development. Beautiful methods of calculus are used for the simplification of the subject matter. References for further reading are given at the end.




An Introduction to Electromagnetic Theory


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First published in 1973, Dr Clemmow's Introduction to Electromagnetic Theory provides a crisp and selective account of the subject. It concentrates on field theory (with the early development of Maxwell's equations) and omits extended descriptions of experimental phenomena and technical applications, though without losing sight of the practical nature of the subject. Rationalized mks units are used and an awareness of orders of magnitude is fostered. Fields in media are discussed from both the macroscopic and microscopic points of view. As befits a mainly theoretical treatment, a knowledge of vector algebra and vector calculus is assumed, the standard results required being summarized in an appendix. Other comparatively advanced mathematical techniques, such as tensors anf those involving Legendre or Bessel functions, are avoided. Problems for solution, some 180 in all, are given at the end of each chapter.




Electromagnetics


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Electromagnetic Theory


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This textbook presents the fundamental concepts and theories in electromagnetic theory in a very simple, systematic, and comprehensive way. The book is written in a lucid manner so that they are able to understand the realization behind the mathematical concepts which are the backbone of this subject. All the subject fundamentals and related derivations are discussed in an easy and comprehensive way to make the students strong about the basics of the electromagnetic theory. The philosophy of presentation and material content in the book is based on concept-based approach toward the subject. The key features also lies in the solutions of several interesting numerical problems so that the students should have the idea of the practical usages of the subject. The book benefits students who are taking introductory courses in electromagnetic wave and field theory for applications in communication engineering.




Electromagnetic Fields and Waves


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This comprehensive introduction to classical electromagnetic theory covers the major aspects, including scalar fields, vectors, laws of Ohm, Joule, Coulomb, Faraday, Maxwell's equation, and more. With numerous diagrams and illustrations.




Nonlocal Continuum Field Theories


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Nonlocal continuum field theories are concerned with material bodies whose behavior at any interior point depends on the state of all other points in the body -- rather than only on an effective field resulting from these points -- in addition to its own state and the state of some calculable external field. Nonlocal field theory extends classical field theory by describing the responses of points within the medium by functionals rather than functions (the "constitutive relations" of classical field theory). Such considerations are already well known in solid-state physics, where the nonlocal interactions between the atoms are prevalent in determining the properties of the material. The tools developed for crystalline materials, however, do not lend themselves to analyzing amorphous materials, or materials in which imperfections are a major part of the structure. Nonlocal continuum theories, by contrast, can describe these materials faithfully at scales down to the lattice parameter. This book presents a unified approach to field theories for elastic solids, viscous fluids, and heat-conducting electromagnetic solids and fluids that include nonlocal effects in both space and time (memory effects). The solutions to the field equations agree remarkably well with atomic theories and experimental observations.