Understanding the Expression for a Linear EM Wave Transmission?

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The discussion centers on the expression for linear electromagnetic (EM) wave transmission, specifically the equations for the electric field components, represented as ##\tilde{\vec{E_{0i}}}## and ##\tilde{\vec{E_{0t}}}##. Participants seek clarification on whether the second expression represents the total transmitted electric wave and how to derive the final expression from the second. The confusion arises from the notation and subscripts used in the equations, indicating a need for further explanation and possibly additional resources to clarify the derivation process.

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Hi,
I have an expression in my textbook that I don't really understand.
I have 2 questions regarding this expression for a linear EM wave## \tilde{\vec{E_{0i}}} = (E_{0x} \hat{x} \pm E_{0y} \hat{y}) e^{i(kz- \omega t)}##
## \tilde{\vec{E_{0t}}} = (\sum_j E_{oij} e_{pj}) \hat{e_p} ##
## \tilde{\vec{E_{0t}}} = E_0 cos \theta \hat{x} + E_0 sin \theta \cdot 0## where ##\hat{p_j} = \hat{x}##

First of all, is it the total electric wave transmitted? and secondly, can someone explain me how we get the last expression from de second?
 
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Can you give a source where this came from? It looks like class notes where they may have made a mistake and/or left out a step or two.
 
Yes, what @Charles Link said. Those subscripts are really confusing. We need to see more.
 
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