Radiation from a charged harmonic oscillator

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Start date May 26, 2013
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Charged Harmonic Harmonic oscillator Oscillator Radiation

In summary, a charged harmonic oscillator is a physical system consisting of a charged particle attached to a spring that causes the particle to oscillate, producing electromagnetic radiation. The frequency of oscillation is directly related to the frequency of radiation, and the amplitude of oscillation affects the intensity of radiation. Planck's constant is important in determining the energy of the photons produced by the oscillator.

May 26, 2013

HomogenousCow

Anyone know if there are any graphical simulations online for the field of a charged harmonic oscillator, or better yet maybe some kind of paper on it?

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May 28, 2013

sudu.ghonge

Hello HomogenousCow,
maybe this will help:

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What is a charged harmonic oscillator?

A charged harmonic oscillator is a physical system that consists of a charged particle attached to a spring, which allows the particle to oscillate back and forth. The particle experiences a restoring force from the spring, and its motion follows a sinusoidal pattern.

What causes radiation from a charged harmonic oscillator?

The radiation from a charged harmonic oscillator is caused by the acceleration of the charged particle as it oscillates back and forth. The acceleration of a charged particle produces electromagnetic radiation in the form of waves.

What is the relationship between the frequency of oscillation and the frequency of radiation?

The frequency of oscillation of a charged harmonic oscillator is directly related to the frequency of radiation it produces. The higher the frequency of oscillation, the higher the frequency of radiation.

Can the amplitude of oscillation affect the intensity of radiation?

Yes, the amplitude of oscillation of a charged harmonic oscillator does affect the intensity of radiation. The greater the amplitude, the greater the intensity of the radiation produced.

What is the significance of Planck's constant in the radiation from a charged harmonic oscillator?

Planck's constant plays a crucial role in determining the energy of the individual photons produced by a charged harmonic oscillator. The energy of each photon is directly proportional to Planck's constant and the frequency of radiation.