Electromagnetic Wave Scattering on Nonspherical Particles

Book Details:

• Publisher: Springer

• Author: Tom Rother

• Language: English

• Edition: 2nd Edition

• ISBN: 9783642367441

• Pages: 360

• Binding: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.3 x 1.1 inches

About The Book:

Electromagnetic Wave Scattering on Nonspherical Particles by Tom Rother provides an in-depth exploration of the theory of electromagnetic wave scattering on single, homogeneous, nonspherical particles. This second edition expands on the first edition, offering additional material that enhances the understanding of scattering phenomena in complex systems.

Building on the Green's function formalism from the first edition, this updated version introduces group theoretical considerations for nonspherical particles with boundary symmetries. A significant new feature is the inclusion of an iterative T-matrix scheme, providing an approach for approximate solutions. The book also includes two new basic applications, allowing for a broader understanding of the material.

In response to reader feedback, the second edition abandons the restriction to axisymmetric scatterers, demonstrating the advantages of both the group theoretical approach and the iterative solution technique in more general cases. The text is supplemented with 93 black-and-white illustrations and one color illustration, helping to visualize the complex concepts discussed.

This book is an essential resource for graduate students, researchers, and professionals in electromagnetic theory, offering a rigorous yet accessible approach to the topic of wave scattering on nonspherical particles.