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New Trends in Computational Electromagnetics

Author : Özgür Ergül
Publisher : SciTech Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1785615483
Total Pages : 708 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (856 download)

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Book Synopsis New Trends in Computational Electromagnetics by : Özgür Ergül

Download or read book New Trends in Computational Electromagnetics written by Özgür Ergül and published by SciTech Publishing. This book was released on 2019-11-22 with total page 708 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Computational electromagnetics is an active research area concerned with the development and implementation of numerical methods and techniques for rigorous solutions to physical problems across the entire spectrum of electromagnetic waves - from radio frequencies to gamma rays. Numerical methods and techniques developed and implemented in this area are now used every day to solve complex problems in diverse application areas, including but not limited to antennas, telecommunications, biomedical imaging, sensing, energy harvesting, nanotechnology, and optics. The purpose of this book is to provide a broad overview of the recent efforts in computational electromagnetics to develop and implement more robust, stable, accurate, and efficient algorithms.

Applied Computational Electromagnetics

Author : Nikolaos K. Uzunoglu
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3642596290
Total Pages : 533 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (425 download)

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Book Synopsis Applied Computational Electromagnetics by : Nikolaos K. Uzunoglu

Download or read book Applied Computational Electromagnetics written by Nikolaos K. Uzunoglu and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 533 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: @EOI: AEI rEOMETPEI Epigram of the Academy of Plato in Athens Electromagnetism, the science of forces arising from Amber (HAEKTPON) and the stone of Magnesia (MArNHLIA), has been the fOWldation of major scientific breakthroughs, such as Quantum Mechanics and Theory of Relativity, as well as most leading edge technologies of the twentieth century. The accuracy of electromagnetic fields computations for engineering purposes has been significantly improved during the last decades, due to the deVelopment of efficient computational techniques and the availability of high performance computing. The present book is based on the contributions and discussions developed during the NATO Advanced Study Institute on Applied Computational Electromagnetics: State of the Art and Future Trends, which has taken place in Hellas, on the island of Samos, very close to the birthplace of Electromagnetism. The book covers the fundamental concepts, recent developments and advanced applications of Integral Equation and Metliod of Moments Techniques, Finite Element and BOWldary Element Methods, Finite Difference Time Domain and Transmission Line Methods. Furthermore, topics related to Computational Electromagnetics, such as Inverse Scattering, Semi-Analytical Methods and Parallel Processing Techniques are included. The collective presentation of the principal computational electromagnetics techniques, developed to handle diverse challenging leading edge technology problems, is expected to be useful to researchers and postgraduate students working in various topics of electromagnetic technologies.

Modeling and Computations in Electromagnetics

Author : Habib Ammari
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3540737782
Total Pages : 239 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (47 download)

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Book Synopsis Modeling and Computations in Electromagnetics by : Habib Ammari

Download or read book Modeling and Computations in Electromagnetics written by Habib Ammari and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008-01-12 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is nothing less than an essential text in what is a new and growing discipline. Electromagnetic modeling and computations is expanding as a result of the steadily increasing demand for designing electrical devices, modeling electromagnetic materials, and simulating electromagnetic fields in nanoscale structures. The aim of this volume is to bring together prominent worldwide experts to review state-of-the-art developments and future trends of modeling and computations in electromagnetics.

Computational Electromagnetics—Retrospective and Outlook

Author : Iftikhar Ahmed
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9812870954
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (128 download)

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Book Synopsis Computational Electromagnetics—Retrospective and Outlook by : Iftikhar Ahmed

Download or read book Computational Electromagnetics—Retrospective and Outlook written by Iftikhar Ahmed and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-08-27 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book will cover the past, present and future developments of field theory and computational electromagnetics. The first two chapters will give an overview of the historical developments and the present the state-of-the-art in computational electromagnetics. These two chapters will set the stage for discussing recent progress, new developments, challenges, trends and major directions in computational electromagnetics with three main emphases: a. Modeling of ever larger structures with multi-scale dimensions and multi-level descriptions (behavioral, circuit, network and field levels) and transient behaviours b. Inclusions of physical effects other than electromagnetic: quantum effects, thermal effects, mechanical effects and nano scale features c. New developments in available computer hardware, programming paradigms (MPI, Open MP, CUDA and Open CL) and the associated new modeling approaches These are the current emerging topics in the area of computational electromagnetics and may provide readers a comprehensive overview of future trends and directions in the area. The book is written for students, research scientists, professors, design engineers and consultants who engaged in the fields of design, analysis and research of the emerging technologies related to computational electromagnetics, RF/microwave, optimization, new numerical methods, as well as accelerator simulator, dispersive materials, nano-antennas, nano-waveguide, nano-electronics, terahertz applications, bio-medical and material sciences. The book may also be used for those involved in commercializing electromagnetic and related emerging technologies, sensors and the semiconductor industry. The book can be used as a reference book for graduates and post graduates. It can also be used as a text book for workshops and continuing education for researchers and design engineers.

New Trends in Computational Vision and Bio-inspired Computing

Author : S. Smys
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030418626
Total Pages : 1664 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (34 download)

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Book Synopsis New Trends in Computational Vision and Bio-inspired Computing by : S. Smys

Download or read book New Trends in Computational Vision and Bio-inspired Computing written by S. Smys and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-09-27 with total page 1664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume gathers selected, peer-reviewed original contributions presented at the International Conference on Computational Vision and Bio-inspired Computing (ICCVBIC) conference which was held in Coimbatore, India, on November 29-30, 2018. The works included here offer a rich and diverse sampling of recent developments in the fields of Computational Vision, Fuzzy, Image Processing and Bio-inspired Computing. The topics covered include computer vision; cryptography and digital privacy; machine learning and artificial neural networks; genetic algorithms and computational intelligence; the Internet of Things; and biometric systems, to name but a few. The applications discussed range from security, healthcare and epidemic control to urban computing, agriculture and robotics. In this book, researchers, graduate students and professionals will find innovative solutions to real-world problems in industry and society as a whole, together with inspirations for further research.

The Finite-Difference Time-Domain Method for Electromagnetics with MATLAB® Simulations

Author : Atef Z. Elsherbeni
Publisher : IET
ISBN 13 : 1613531753
Total Pages : 559 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (135 download)

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Book Synopsis The Finite-Difference Time-Domain Method for Electromagnetics with MATLAB® Simulations by : Atef Z. Elsherbeni

Download or read book The Finite-Difference Time-Domain Method for Electromagnetics with MATLAB® Simulations written by Atef Z. Elsherbeni and published by IET. This book was released on 2015-11-25 with total page 559 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is one of the best books on computational electromagnetics both for graduate students focusing on electromagnetics problems and for practicing engineering professionals in industry and government. It is designed as an advanced textbook and self-study guide to the FDTD method of solving EM problems and simulations. This latest edition has been expanded to include 5 entirely new chapters on advanced topics in the mainstream of FDTD practice. In addition to advanced techniques it also includes applications and examples, and some 'tricks and traps' of using MATLAB to achieve them. Compared to the previous version the second edition is more complete and is a good reference for someone who is performing FDTD research. This book is part of the ACES Series on Computational Electromagnetics and Engineering. Supplementary material can be found at the IET's ebook page Supplementary materials for professors are available upon request via email to [email protected].

Computational Electromagnetics with MATLAB, Fourth Edition

Author : Matthew N.O. Sadiku
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1351365096
Total Pages : 687 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (513 download)

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Book Synopsis Computational Electromagnetics with MATLAB, Fourth Edition by : Matthew N.O. Sadiku

Download or read book Computational Electromagnetics with MATLAB, Fourth Edition written by Matthew N.O. Sadiku and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-07-20 with total page 687 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fourth edition of the text reflects the continuing increase in awareness and use of computational electromagnetics and incorporates advances and refinements made in recent years. Most notable among these are the improvements made to the standard algorithm for the finite-difference time-domain (FDTD) method and treatment of absorbing boundary conditions in FDTD, finite element, and transmission-line-matrix methods. It teaches the readers how to pose, numerically analyze, and solve EM problems, to give them the ability to expand their problem-solving skills using a variety of methods, and to prepare them for research in electromagnetism. Includes new homework problems in each chapter. Each chapter is updated with the current trends in CEM. Adds a new appendix on CEM codes, which covers commercial and free codes. Provides updated MATLAB code.

Recent Trends in Computational Engineering - CE2014

Author : Miriam Mehl
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319229974
Total Pages : 324 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (192 download)

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Book Synopsis Recent Trends in Computational Engineering - CE2014 by : Miriam Mehl

Download or read book Recent Trends in Computational Engineering - CE2014 written by Miriam Mehl and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-10-12 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents selected papers from the 3rd International Workshop on Computational Engineering held in Stuttgart from October 6 to 10, 2014, bringing together innovative contributions from related fields with computer science and mathematics as an important technical basis among others. The workshop discussed the state of the art and the further evolution of numerical techniques for simulation in engineering and science. We focus on current trends in numerical simulation in science and engineering, new requirements arising from rapidly increasing parallelism in computer architectures, and novel mathematical approaches. Accordingly, the chapters of the book particularly focus on parallel algorithms and performance optimization, coupled systems, and complex applications and optimization.

Frontiers in Electromagnetics

Author : Douglas H. Werner
Publisher : Wiley-IEEE Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 832 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Book Synopsis Frontiers in Electromagnetics by : Douglas H. Werner

Download or read book Frontiers in Electromagnetics written by Douglas H. Werner and published by Wiley-IEEE Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 832 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "FRONTIERS IN ELECTROMAGNETICS is the first all-in-one resource to bring in-depth original papers on today's major advances in long-standing electromagnetics problems. Highly regarded editors Douglas H. Werner and Raj Mittra have meticulously selected new contributed papers from preeminent researchers in the field to provide state-of-the-art discussions on emerging areas of electromagnetics. Antenna and microwave engineers and students will find key insights into current trends and techniques of electromagnetics likely to shape future directions of this increasingly important topic. Each chapter includes a comprehensive analysis and ample references on innovative subjects that range from combining electromagnetic theory with mathematical concepts to the most recent techniques in electromagnetic optimization and estimation. The contributors also present the latest developments in analytical and numerical methods for solving electromagnetics problems. With a level of expertise unmatched in the field, FRONTIERS IN ELECTROMAGNETICS provides readers with a solid foundation to understand this rapidly changing area of technology. Topics covering fast-developing applications in electromagnetics include: * Fractal electrodynamics, fractal antennas and arrays, and scattering from fractally rough surfaces * Knot electrodynamics * The role of group theory and symmetry * Fractional calculus * Lommel and multiple expansions. Professors: To request an examination copy simply e-mail [email protected]." Sponsored by: IEEE Microwave Theory and Techniques Society, IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society.

Practical Electromagnetics

Author : Devendra K. Misra
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 047174865X
Total Pages : 521 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (717 download)

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Book Synopsis Practical Electromagnetics by : Devendra K. Misra

Download or read book Practical Electromagnetics written by Devendra K. Misra and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2006-11-28 with total page 521 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to solve both simple and complex electromagnetic problems with this text’s unique integration of theoretical and mathematical concepts. With the author’s guidance, you’ll discover a broad range of classic and cutting-edge applications across a wide array of fields, including biomedicine, wireless communication, process control, and instrumentation. Case studies, detailed derivations, and 170 fully solved examples deepen your understanding of theory, and help you apply numerical methods to real-world problems.

Recent Trends on Electromagnetic Environmental Effects for Aeronautics and Space Applications

Author : Nikolopoulos, Christos D.
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 : 1799848809
Total Pages : 285 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (998 download)

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Book Synopsis Recent Trends on Electromagnetic Environmental Effects for Aeronautics and Space Applications by : Nikolopoulos, Christos D.

Download or read book Recent Trends on Electromagnetic Environmental Effects for Aeronautics and Space Applications written by Nikolopoulos, Christos D. and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2020-11-27 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Electromagnetic compatibility and regulatory compliance issues are subjects of great importance in electronics engineering. Avoiding problems regarding an electronic system's operation, while always important, is especially critical in space missions and satellite structures. Many problems can be traced to EM field disturbances as interference from unintended sources and other electromagnetic phenomena. As a result, stringent requirements are to be met in terms of electromagnetic emissions levels. The inclusion of this electromagnetic environment in the design of a multimillion mission can lead to a system that is able to withstand whatever challenge the environment throws at it. Failure to do so may lead to important data corruption or loss, destruction of expensive instruments, waste of resources, and even a total mission failure. Research in this area focuses on the studying of the applications of electromagnetic compatibility and electromagnetic interference in the space industry. Recent Trends on Electromagnetic Environmental Effects for Aeronautics and Space Applications will provide relevant theoretical frameworks and the latest empirical research findings in electromagnetic compatibility and electromagnetic interference (EMC/EMI) for the aerospace industry. This book examines all the necessary information for all matters that can possibly affect the system design of a spacecraft and can be a useful reference to space system engineers and more. While highlighting topics such as artificial intelligence, electromagnetic testing, environmental shielding, and EMC modelling techniques, this book is ideal for professionals, spacecraft designers, science and data processing managers, electrical and mechanical engineers, EMC testing engineers, and researchers working in the aerospace industry along with practitioners, researchers, academicians, and students looking for necessary information for all the matters that can possibly affect the system design of a spacecraft.

Machine Learning Applications in Electromagnetics and Antenna Array Processing

Author : Manel Martínez-Ramón
Publisher : Artech House
ISBN 13 : 1630817767
Total Pages : 436 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (38 download)

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Book Synopsis Machine Learning Applications in Electromagnetics and Antenna Array Processing by : Manel Martínez-Ramón

Download or read book Machine Learning Applications in Electromagnetics and Antenna Array Processing written by Manel Martínez-Ramón and published by Artech House. This book was released on 2021-04-30 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical resource provides an overview of machine learning (ML) approaches as applied to electromagnetics and antenna array processing. Detailed coverage of the main trends in ML, including uniform and random array processing (beamforming and detection of angle of arrival), antenna optimization, wave propagation, remote sensing, radar, and other aspects of electromagnetic design are explored. An introduction to machine learning principles and the most common machine learning architectures and algorithms used today in electromagnetics and other applications is presented, including basic neural networks, gaussian processes, support vector machines, kernel methods, deep learning, convolutional neural networks, and generative adversarial networks. Applications in electromagnetics and antenna array processing that are solved using machine learning are discussed, including antennas, remote sensing, and target classification.

Teaching Electromagnetics

Author : Krishnasamy T. Selvan
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1000400581
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (4 download)

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Book Synopsis Teaching Electromagnetics by : Krishnasamy T. Selvan

Download or read book Teaching Electromagnetics written by Krishnasamy T. Selvan and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2021-06-18 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teaching Electromagnetics: Innovative Approaches and Pedagogical Strategies is a guide for educators addressing course content and pedagogical methods primarily at the undergraduate level in electromagnetic theory and its applications. Topics include teaching methods, lab experiences and hands-on learning, and course structures that help teachers respond effectively to trends in learning styles and evolving engineering curricula. The book grapples with issues related to the recent worldwide shift to remote teaching. Each chapter begins with a high-level consideration of the topic, reviews previous work and publications, and gives the reader a broad picture of the topic before delving into details. Chapters include specific guidance for those who want to implement the methods and assessment results and evaluation of the effectiveness of the methods. Respecting the limited time available to the average teacher to try new methods, the chapters focus on why an instructor should adopt the methods proposed in it. Topics include virtual laboratories, computer-assisted learning, and MATLAB® tools. The authors also review flipped classrooms and online teaching methods that support remote teaching and learning. The end result should be an impact on the reader represented by improvements to his or her practical teaching methods and curricular approach to electromagnetics education. The book is intended for electrical engineering professors, students, lab instructors, and practicing engineers with an interest in teaching and learning. In summary, this book: Surveys methods and tools for teaching the foundations of wireless communications and electromagnetic theory Presents practical experience and best practices for topical coverage, course sequencing, and content Covers virtual laboratories, computer-assisted learning, and MATLAB tools Reviews flipped classroom and online teaching methods that support remote teaching and learning Helps instructors in RF systems, field theory, and wireless communications bring their teaching practice up to date Dr. Krishnasamy T. Selvan is Professor in the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, SSN College of Engineering, since June 2012. Dr. Karl F. Warnick is Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at BYU.

New Developments in Computational Fluid Dynamics

Author : Kunio Kuwahara
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9783540274070
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (74 download)

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Book Synopsis New Developments in Computational Fluid Dynamics by : Kunio Kuwahara

Download or read book New Developments in Computational Fluid Dynamics written by Kunio Kuwahara and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2005-11-29 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume contains 20 papers presented at the Sixth International Nobeyama Workshop on the New Century of Computational Fluid Dynamics, Nobeyama, Japan, April 21-24, 2003. The Nobeyama Workshop focuses on predicting the next one hundred years of development of Fluid Dynamics, accounting for the current status and future trends of high performance computation and communication. The papers cover computational electromagnetics, astrophysical topics, CFD research and applications in general, large-eddy simulation, vortical flows, mesh generation topics, visualization, DNA computing, multidisciplinary simulation and optimisation, as well as algorithmic developments. The Workshops are known for the informal and concentrated atmosphere of in-depth discussion thanks to all the efforts of Prof. Kunio Kuwahara at ISAS, Japan. In celebration of his 60th birthday, this workshop was dedicated to him.

Antennas and Propagation for Body-Centric Wireless Communications, Second Edition

Author : Peter S. Hall
Publisher : Artech House
ISBN 13 : 1608073769
Total Pages : 404 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (8 download)

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Book Synopsis Antennas and Propagation for Body-Centric Wireless Communications, Second Edition by : Peter S. Hall

Download or read book Antennas and Propagation for Body-Centric Wireless Communications, Second Edition written by Peter S. Hall and published by Artech House. This book was released on 2012 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in a newly updated and revised edition, this timely resource provides you with complete and current details on the theory, design, and applications of wireless antennas for on-body electronic systems. The Second Edition offers readers brand new material on advances in physical phantom design and production, recent developments in simulation methods and numerical phantoms, descriptions of methods for simulation of moving bodies, and the use of the body as a transmission channel. You also find a completely revised chapter on channel characterization and antenna design at microwave frequencies. This cutting-edge volume brings you the state-of-the-art in existing applications like Bluetooth headsets together with detailed treatment of techniques, tools, and challenges in developing on-body antennas for an array of medical, emergency response, law enforcement, personal entertainment, and military applications on the horizon. The book briefs you on energy propagation around and into the body and how to estimate performance of on-body wireless links, and then dives into the nuts-and-bolts of designing antenna systems that deliver the goods. It covers on-body communication channels at microwave frequency bands and at low frequency bands, as well as ultra wideband systems for WPANs and WBANs. You get details on body-centric UWB antennas and channels, as well as advances in wearable mobile, EBG, and smart fabricù antennas for cellular and WLAN communications. Chapters on telemedicine applications, such as remote diagnoses, and implantable medical devices cover crucial propagation issues and other obstacles that need to be addressed. Rounding out the coverage is a section on antenna design for body-sensor networks and their emerging military and space applications. Packed with hands-on guidance from noted experts, this volume will be indispensable for your efforts in designing and improving body-centric communication systems.

Electromagnetic Scattering

Author : Piergiorgio Uslenghi
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0323142435
Total Pages : 812 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (231 download)

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Book Synopsis Electromagnetic Scattering by : Piergiorgio Uslenghi

Download or read book Electromagnetic Scattering written by Piergiorgio Uslenghi and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2012-12-02 with total page 812 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Electromagnetic Scattering is a collection of studies that aims to discuss methods, state of the art, applications, and future research in electromagnetic scattering. The book covers topics related to the subject, which includes low-frequency electromagnetic scattering; the uniform asymptomatic theory of electromagnetic edge diffraction; analyses of problems involving high frequency diffraction and imperfect half planes; and multiple scattering of waves by periodic and random distribution. Also covered in this book are topics such as theories of scattering from wire grid and mesh structures; the electromagnetic inverse problem; computational methods for transmission of waves; and developments in the use of complex singularities in the electromagnetic theory. Engineers and physicists who are interested in the study, developments, and applications of electromagnetic scattering will find the text informative and helpful.

Advanced Computational and Design Techniques in Applied Electromagnetic Systems

Author : S.-Y. Hahn
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1483290565
Total Pages : 766 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (832 download)

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Book Synopsis Advanced Computational and Design Techniques in Applied Electromagnetic Systems by : S.-Y. Hahn

Download or read book Advanced Computational and Design Techniques in Applied Electromagnetic Systems written by S.-Y. Hahn and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 766 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This symposium was concerned with advanced computational and design techniques in applied electromagnetic systems including devices and materials. The scope of the proceedings cover a wide variety of topics in applied electromagnetic fields: optimal design techniques and applications, inverse problems, advanced numerical techniques, mechanism and dynamics of new actuators, physics and applications of magnetic levitation, electromagnetic propulsion and superconductivity, modeling and applications of magnetic fluid, plasma and arc discharge, high-frequency field computations, electronic device simulations and magnetic materials.