Can I Make a 5-Lambda EM Wave?

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Creating an electromagnetic wave with a length of 5 times its own wavelength is conceptually confusing, as a pulse typically consists of multiple wavelengths. The discussion clarifies that one can generate a pulse by activating a transmitter for the duration it takes to emit five wavelengths before turning it off. The energy produced by a wave does not change based on the number of wavelengths in a pulse; rather, it is determined by the wave's characteristics. The minimum pulse duration is influenced by the pulse's spectral content, which can be explored through concepts like Fourier-transform limited pulses. Understanding these principles is essential for manipulating electromagnetic waveforms effectively.
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is it possible to make am em wave of length 5(lamda)...lamda=wavelength of em wave...
 
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You want to make a pulse with a wavelength that is 5 times its own wavelength?
 
I think he means to make a pulse that is five wavelengths long.
 
Don't make no sense at all. A pulse has many many harmonics.
 
What's wrong with turning the transmitter on... waiting until 5 wavelengths go out... then shutting it off?
 
The minimum pulse duration that can be achieved depends on the spectral content of the pulse (i.e. the bandwidth). Look up "Fourier-transform limited pulse" or "time-bandwidth limited pulse".

Claude.
 
yes i mean 5 times of wavelength.but is there any difference in energy produced by a wave of length =300m and and 5*300(5 pulse)..
 
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