A geometric algebra approach to the reflection and transmission of electromagnetic waves at interfaces between isotropic and general anisotropic media
- Canto, João R.; Paiva, C. R.; Barbosa, A.;
"A geometric algebra approach to the reflection and transmission of electromagnetic waves at interfaces between isotropic and general anisotropic media
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Metamorphose International Congress on Advanced Electromagnetic Materials in Microwaves and Optics - METAMATERIALS
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London
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United Kingdom
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September
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2009
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Abstract
Using a mathematical framework, based on Clifford (geometric) algebra Cl3, we develop a coordinate-free approach to interfaces between isotropic and general anisotropic media. The anisotropy is characterized by two linear operators: the dielectric permittivity ε: Cl3 -> Cl3 and the magnetic permeability μ: Cl3 -> Cl3. Two different approaches are adopted and compared: (i) using a simple geometric approach that is applicable only when the two operators commute, i.e., if εμ=με; (ii) using a general approach, applicable even when εμ≠με, which leads to the more analytical formulation based on the solutions of the Booker quartic equation.
