Boudary conditions, rough interface (Electrodynamics)

In summary, boundary conditions in electrodynamics dictate how electric and magnetic fields behave at the interface between two media. They play a crucial role in determining the behavior of electromagnetic waves, including their direction, magnitude, and polarization. A rough interface refers to an interface with varying surface roughness, which can cause scattering and affect the propagation of electromagnetic waves. These rough interfaces are typically modeled using numerical methods or empirical formulas based on experimental data.
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Hello.
I'd like to know, does anybody know any information about finding boudary conditions for E, H vectors
in case of rough interface, if phi(x) function is set.
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Maybe such kind of case ( 2D or 3D case) has been considered somewhere.
Thank you in anvance.
 
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In classical physics, they are the same as for the boundary conditions for a smooth interface - but each point on the surface will have a different tangent angle. This can get arbitrarily complicated.
 

Related to Boudary conditions, rough interface (Electrodynamics)

1. What are boundary conditions in electrodynamics?

Boundary conditions in electrodynamics refer to the set of rules that dictate how electric and magnetic fields behave at the interface between two media with different properties. These conditions ensure that the fields are continuous and that energy is conserved at the boundary.

2. How do boundary conditions affect the behavior of electromagnetic waves?

Boundary conditions play a crucial role in determining the behavior of electromagnetic waves at interfaces. They determine the direction and magnitude of the reflected and transmitted waves, as well as the polarization of the waves.

3. What is a rough interface in electrodynamics?

A rough interface in electrodynamics refers to an interface between two media that have varying surface roughness. This can cause scattering of electromagnetic waves and affect the reflection and transmission of these waves.

4. How do rough interfaces affect the propagation of electromagnetic waves?

Rough interfaces can cause scattering of electromagnetic waves, leading to changes in the direction, intensity, and polarization of the waves. This can also result in energy losses and interference effects.

5. How are rough interfaces modeled in electrodynamics?

Rough interfaces are typically modeled using numerical methods, such as finite element or boundary element methods, which take into account the surface roughness and its effect on the propagation of electromagnetic waves. Other approaches include using statistical models or empirical formulas based on experimental data.

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