ISSN:
1573-1987
Keywords:
Wave equations
;
finite element methods
;
boundary condition
;
non-homogenous scatterer
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgy, Traffic Engineering, Precision Mechanics
Notes:
Abstract To solve the wave equation inside a region that contains an inhomogenous dielectric material of arbitrary shape under the influence of an incoming wave, we establish a generalized boundary condition. The solutions inside a finite region resulting form a given incoming wave from the outside, are determined by a linear relation between the normal gradient and the function values on the boundary. This boundary condition is non-local and we show how it can be used in conjunction with the variational principle applied to an open system.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00386213
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