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    • https://phys.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Electricity_and_Magnetism/Electromagnetics_and_Applications_(Staelin)/00%3A_Front_Matter
    • https://phys.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Electricity_and_Magnetism/Electromagnetics_and_Applications_(Staelin)/13%3A_Acoustics/13.01%3A_Acoustic_Waves
      This page provides an overview of wave phenomena with a focus on acoustic waves, comparing them to electromagnetic waves in theory and application. It discusses the mathematical formulation of acousti...This page provides an overview of wave phenomena with a focus on acoustic waves, comparing them to electromagnetic waves in theory and application. It discusses the mathematical formulation of acoustic wave equations, phase and group velocities, and their propagation characteristics. Key concepts such as acoustic impedance, intensity, and energy balance in resonators are explored, alongside practical examples.
    • https://phys.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Electricity_and_Magnetism/Electromagnetics_and_Applications_(Staelin)/04%3A_Static_and_Quasistatic_Fields/4.01%3A_Introduction
      This page discusses static electric and magnetic fields in the context of Maxwell’s equations, focusing on their behavior when time derivatives are absent. It covers the relationships between electric...This page discusses static electric and magnetic fields in the context of Maxwell’s equations, focusing on their behavior when time derivatives are absent. It covers the relationships between electric fields and charge distributions, the roles of electric and magnetic potentials, and the derivation of Laplace’s equation under partial charge knowledge. Quasistatic conditions enable simplifications in analyzing field interactions.
    • https://phys.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Electricity_and_Magnetism/Electromagnetics_and_Applications_(Staelin)/02%3A_Introduction_to_Electrodynamics/2.08%3A_Uniqueness_theorem
      This page explains the uniqueness theorem for Maxwell's equations, asserting that while multiple solutions may exist, specific boundary conditions can secure a unique solution.
    • https://phys.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Electricity_and_Magnetism/Electromagnetics_and_Applications_(Staelin)/03%3A_Electromagnetic_fields_in_simple_devices_and_circuits/3.05%3A_Two-element_circuits_and_RLC_resonators
      This page covers RLC resonators' behavior, detailing the governing equations and solutions for various circuit configurations (RC, RL, LC). It introduces resonant frequency, Q factor, and energy dynam...This page covers RLC resonators' behavior, detailing the governing equations and solutions for various circuit configurations (RC, RL, LC). It introduces resonant frequency, Q factor, and energy dynamics in inductors and capacitors, emphasizing energy oscillation and exponential decay due to resistance. The text further discusses series and parallel resonators, optimal power transfer, and the significance of matching source and load resistances.
    • https://phys.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Electricity_and_Magnetism/Electromagnetics_and_Applications_(Staelin)/09%3A_Electromagnetic_Waves/9.03%3A_Waves_guided_within_Cartesian_boundaries
      This page covers wave propagation in parallel-plate and rectangular waveguides, emphasizing Transverse Electric (TE) and Transverse Magnetic (TM) modes. It explains the conditions for modes to propaga...This page covers wave propagation in parallel-plate and rectangular waveguides, emphasizing Transverse Electric (TE) and Transverse Magnetic (TM) modes. It explains the conditions for modes to propagate, including cut-off frequencies and their implications for wave behavior, such as evanescent modes.
    • https://phys.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Electricity_and_Magnetism/Electromagnetics_and_Applications_(Staelin)/10%3A_Antennas_and_Radiation/10.03%3A_Antenna_gain_effective_area_and_circuit_properties
      This page covers the fundamentals of antenna directivity, gain, and impedance, focusing on short dipole antennas. It defines key relationships between gain, radiation resistance, and the effective are...This page covers the fundamentals of antenna directivity, gain, and impedance, focusing on short dipole antennas. It defines key relationships between gain, radiation resistance, and the effective area, employing Thevenin equivalents to analyze antenna circuits. The reciprocity principle is emphasized, detailing how transmitted power impacts received power across distances.
    • https://phys.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Electricity_and_Magnetism/Electromagnetics_and_Applications_(Staelin)/01%3A_Introduction_to_electromagnetics_and_electromagnetic_fields/1.02%3A_Forces_and_the_measurement_and_nature_of_electromagnetic_fields
      This page explains the Lorentz force law, illustrating how electric and magnetic fields exert forces on electric charges. Electric fields affect stationary charges, while magnetic fields require movem...This page explains the Lorentz force law, illustrating how electric and magnetic fields exert forces on electric charges. Electric fields affect stationary charges, while magnetic fields require movement. Field lines depict these interactions, with electric lines radiating from positive to negative charges and magnetic lines showing pole interactions.
    • https://phys.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Electricity_and_Magnetism/Electromagnetics_and_Applications_(Staelin)/07%3A_TEM_transmission_lines/7.03%3A_Methods_for_matching_transmission_lines
      This page discusses frequency-dependent behavior in transmission lines and ways to minimize reflections through tuning strategies, including the use of obstacles and reactive components. It explores t...This page discusses frequency-dependent behavior in transmission lines and ways to minimize reflections through tuning strategies, including the use of obstacles and reactive components. It explores the relationship between reflection coefficients and normalized impedances, emphasizing the Smith chart for analyzing and achieving impedance matching.
    • https://phys.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Electricity_and_Magnetism/Electromagnetics_and_Applications_(Staelin)/02%3A_Introduction_to_Electrodynamics/2.02%3A_Electromagnetic_waves_in_the_time_domain
      This page explains Maxwell's equations, which predict electromagnetic waves' existence and behavior in a vacuum using parameters like permittivity and permeability. It establishes that electric fields...This page explains Maxwell's equations, which predict electromagnetic waves' existence and behavior in a vacuum using parameters like permittivity and permeability. It establishes that electric fields propagate perpendicular to their direction of travel, leading to polarization.
    • https://phys.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Electricity_and_Magnetism/Electromagnetics_and_Applications_(Staelin)/11%3A_Common_Antennas_and_Applications/11.04%3A_Applications
      This page explores the evolution of wireless communication systems from telegraphs to modern technologies, outlining advancements in capacity, performance, and cost. It covers electromagnetic wave tra...This page explores the evolution of wireless communication systems from telegraphs to modern technologies, outlining advancements in capacity, performance, and cost. It covers electromagnetic wave transmission and reception principles, emphasizing antenna gain and effective area for communication design.

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