Homework Help Overview
The discussion revolves around rewriting the curl of the electric field vector E in cylindrical coordinates, specifically focusing on the determinant form associated with polar coordinates. Participants are exploring the relationship between these coordinate systems and the application of Maxwell's equations.
Discussion Character
Approaches and Questions Raised
- The original poster attempts to express the curl of E using determinants in polar coordinates, raising questions about the appropriate form and setup.
- Some participants question the clarity of the coordinate system being used, debating whether the focus should be on cylindrical or polar coordinates.
- Others suggest looking up the standard expressions for the curl in cylindrical coordinates and clarify the definitions of the coordinate systems involved.
- There are inquiries about the use of the determinant method for finding cross products and the implications for the problem at hand.
Discussion Status
The discussion is ongoing, with various interpretations of the problem being explored. Some participants have provided references and suggested starting points for understanding the del operator in cylindrical coordinates. However, there is no explicit consensus on the correct approach or the definitions being used.
Contextual Notes
Participants note potential confusion stemming from the original poster's reference to polar coordinates while discussing a problem typically framed in cylindrical coordinates. There are also mentions of specific textbook references that may provide additional context or equations relevant to the discussion.