The discussion focuses on creating an interactive box in Mathematica to visualize the vector divergence of the electric field (E-field) emanating from a sphere. Users express challenges in finding resources on the Wolfram reference or Demonstrations site. Suggestions include utilizing the StreamPlot and VectorPlot functions for 2D vector fields, and the VectorPlot3D command for 3D visualizations. The conversation highlights the need for beginner-friendly guidance in Mathematica for such tasks.
PREREQUISITESStudents, educators, and researchers in physics or engineering, particularly those interested in visualizing electric fields and vector calculus using Mathematica.
mateomy said:I'm trying to make a little manipulate/interactive box that shows the vector divergence of the E-field coming from a sphere. I have no idea how to start as I'm really new to Mathematica. Does anyone have any pointers? I can't find anything particularly helpful on the Wolfram reference or Demonstrations site. Thanks.