Magnetic field far from the origin

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The discussion focuses on the magnetic field generated by a current passing through the ZZ axis, specifically in the context of antenna theory. The magnetic field far from the origin can be expressed in spherical coordinates using a single component of the magnetic vector potential. Key equations include the magnetic field for a straight wire, given by μ₀I/(2πr), and the relationship B = ∇ x A. The conversation also touches on the behavior of the magnetic field of radiated electromagnetic waves, which diminishes with distance and has a distinct radiation pattern.

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  • Understanding of electromagnetic theory, particularly magnetic fields.
  • Familiarity with vector calculus, specifically curl operations.
  • Knowledge of spherical coordinates and their application in physics.
  • Basic principles of antenna theory and electromagnetic radiation.
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  • Study the derivation of the magnetic vector potential A for a straight wire.
  • Learn about the application of the curl operator in electromagnetic fields.
  • Explore the radiation patterns of antennas and their mathematical descriptions.
  • Investigate the behavior of electromagnetic waves in relation to distance from the source.
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Homework Statement


An important result in the theory of antennas, is that if a current passes through the ZZ axis, the magnetic field far from the origin can be expressed in spherical coordinates, using only one componente of the magnetic vector potential.
Prove that:
Code_Cogs_Eqn_2.gif


Homework Equations


The magnectic field for a straight wire is mu0*I/(2*pi*r), and B=∇xA.

The Attempt at a Solution


This was in my exam last week, and i have no idea how to solve it... I've tried stating with the magnetic field of a straight wire, but i don't know how to relate that with the curl of A. Can you guys please help me out?
 
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OhNoYaDidn't said:

Homework Statement


An important result in the theory of antennas, is that if a current passes through the ZZ axis, the magnetic field far from the origin can be expressed in spherical coordinates, using only one componente of the magnetic vector potential.
Prove that:
Code_Cogs_Eqn_2.gif


Homework Equations


The magnectic field for a straight wire is mu0*I/(2*pi*r), and B=∇xA.

The Attempt at a Solution


This was in my exam last week, and i have no idea how to solve it... I've tried stating with the magnetic field of a straight wire, but i don't know how to relate that with the curl of A. Can you guys please help me out?
OhNoYaDidn't said:

Homework Statement


An important result in the theory of antennas, is that if a current passes through the ZZ axis, the magnetic field far from the origin can be expressed in spherical coordinates, using only one componente of the magnetic vector potential.
Prove that:
Code_Cogs_Eqn_2.gif


Homework Equations


The magnectic field for a straight wire is mu0*I/(2*pi*r), and B=∇xA.

The Attempt at a Solution


This was in my exam last week, and i have no idea how to solve it... I've tried stating with the magnetic field of a straight wire, but i don't know how to relate that with the curl of A. Can you guys please help me out?
Well I think at a great distance, we are talking about the magnetic field of the radiated EM wave. These fields, when radiated from a short conductor, will fall off inversely with distance, have a maximum at 90 degrees to the conductor and a radiation pattern which falls off with the cosine of this angle. Maybe this description will help?
 

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