An Introduction to Classical Electromagnetic Radiation - Hardcover

Smith, Glenn S.

9780521580939: An Introduction to Classical Electromagnetic Radiation

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521580935 ISBN 13: 9780521580939

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1997

A fundamental and thorough description of classical electromagnetic radiation, this book is a balance of physical and mathematical explanation and includes over 300 illustrations. Starting from Maxwell's equations, the author demonstrates how fundamental concepts are applied in a wide variety of examples from areas such as classical optics, antenna analysis, and electromagnetic scattering. An interweaving of theoretical and experimental results gives insight into the physical and historical foundations of the subject. The book gives equal footing to the radiation of pulses and the more conventional time harmonic signals. With more than 140 problems, it can be used as a textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in electrical engineering and physics, and will also be of interest to scientists and engineers working in applied electromagnetics. A solutions manual is available for instructors.

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Book Description:

This book provides a thorough description of classical electromagnetic radiation, starting from Maxwell's equations, and moving on to show how fundamental concepts are applied in a wide variety of examples. Throughout, the author interweaves theoretical and experimental results to help give insight into the physical and historical foundations of the subject. Mathematical and physical explanations are enhanced by a wealth of illustrations (over 300), and there are more than 140 problems.

About the Author:

Glenn S. Smith is Regents' Professor Emeritus at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering of the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. He is a Life Fellow of the IEEE, and a member of URSI Commissions A and B. His technical interests include: basic electromagnetic theory and measurements, antennas and wave propagation in materials, and the radiation and reception of pulses by antennas.

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