Questions About Electromagnetic Radiation from Electricl Discharge

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The discussion centers on the relationship between electromagnetic radiation from electrical discharge and its classification within Quantum Mechanics versus classical electromagnetic physics. The participant seeks clarity on whether their research should focus on Quantum Mechanics or classical theories, specifically referencing Maxwell's equations. It is established that Maxwell's electrodynamics is a classical theory, and the application of these principles to model electromagnetic radiation in air with metal electrodes at kilovolt voltages does not necessitate Quantum Mechanics. The conversation highlights the distinction between the particle and wave models of electromagnetic radiation.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Maxwell's equations in classical electrodynamics
  • Familiarity with electromagnetic radiation concepts
  • Knowledge of the particle and wave models of light
  • Basic principles of electrical discharges and their behavior in different media
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  • Research the application of Maxwell's equations to electromagnetic radiation in various media
  • Explore the differences between the particle model and wave model of electromagnetic radiation
  • Investigate the behavior of electrical discharges in air and the breakdown phenomena
  • Study the implications of using classical physics versus Quantum Mechanics in electromagnetic research
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This discussion is beneficial for postgraduate researchers, physicists, and electrical engineers focusing on electromagnetic radiation, electrical discharges, and the application of classical theories in modern physics.

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Hi all,

I am a newbie reseacher postgrad.

My work will be the title above and is anyone know whether it falls in Quantum Mechanics or general Electromagnetic physics?

Actually what is so different in Quantum Mechanics since I saw it seems having some corrrection in EM radiation/photon theory of classical physics. Does it means most ppl digging knowledge in this field will be always heading to Quantum Mechanics at the end?

I know that there are 2 model of EM study, say, Particle model and Wave model. but which one is crystal true and how to decide which to be used in particular study?

How about the 4 Maxwell euqations that trying to represent EM radiation?
Did Maxwell's stuff relates to Quantum Mechanics? I do not see any cross refrence since it's rare that a writer is discussing both topic in one book.

Need experts of EM stuff to help me... blur... like swimming in the ocean and see no lands...
 
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Modelling electric discharges EM radiation?What medium,what model and parameters?

JOHNYEOH said:
Did Maxwell's stuff relates to Quantum Mechanics? I do not see any cross refrence since it's rare that a writer is discussing both topic in one book.

No.
Maxwell's electrodynamics is classical theory
 
I came across the terms

electrodynamic
hydrodynamic

i wan to apply maxwell to the EM radiation from electrical discharge with AIR as dielectric and Metal as Eletrodes. Voltage in KiloVolt range
 
Than apply it.
You have my permission . I think you don't need any QM in the work you are interested in.Is this good news to you ?:smile:
Are you going to analize something like the relaxation of the Hertz dipole,with breakdown of air?
 
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