Field Computation by Moment Methods - (IEEE Press Electromagnetic Wave Theory) by Roger F Harrington (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

"An IEEE reprinting of this classic 1968 edition, FIELD COMPUTATION BY MOMENT METHODS is the first book to explore the computation of electromagnetic fields by the most popular method for the numerical solution to electromagnetic field problems. It presents a unified approach to moment methods by employing the concepts of linear spaces and functional analysis. Written especially for those who have a minimal amount of experience in electromagnetic theory, this book illustrates theoretical and mathematical concepts to prepare all readers with the skills they need to apply the method of moments to new, engineering-related problems.

Written especially for those who have a minimal amount of experience in electromagnetic theory, theoretical and mathematical concepts are illustrated by examples that prepare all readers with the skills they need to apply the method of moments to new, engineering-related problems."

From the Back Cover

Electrical Engineering/Electromagnetics Field Computation by Moment Methods A volume in the IEEE/OUP Series on Electromagnetic Wave Theory Donald G. Dudley, Series Editor An IEEE reprinting of this classic 1968 edition, Field Computation by Moment Methods is the first book to explore the computation of electromagnetic fields by the method of moments--the most popular method to date for the numerical solution of electromagnetic field problems. It presents a unified approach to moment methods by employing the concepts of linear spaces and functional analysis. Written especially for those who have a minimal amount of experience in electromagnetic theory, theoretical and mathematical concepts are illustrated by examples that prepare readers with the skills they need to apply the method of moments to new, engineering-related problems. Key topics include:

• Electrostatic fields
• Two-dimensional electromagnetic fields
• Wire antennas and scatterers
• Multiport systems
• Transmission lines and waveguides
• Resonators
• Antenna systems

Also in the series Electromagnetics History, Theory, and Applications by Robert S. Elliott, UCLA A useful reference for engineers and physicists, the IEEE reprinting of this classic text provides a deep, fundamental understanding of electromagnetics. Each chapter begins with a pertinent historical overview that shows how special relativity can be used to develop a complete electromagnetic theory from Coulomb's Law, with the needed relativity theory developed in an early chapter. Key features include:

• The development and use of special relativity to establish a complete electromagnetic theory based on Coulomb's Law as the sole experimental postulate
• Historical introductions to each chapter
• Extensive treatment of electrical properties of materials in the final three chapters

1993 Hardcover 656 pp IEEE Order No. PC3723 ISBN 0-7803-1024-1 About the series Formerly the IEEE Press Series on Electromagnetic Waves, this new joint series between IEEE Press and Oxford University Press offers even better coverage of the field with new titles as well as reprintings and revisions of recognized classics that maintain long-term archival significance in electromagnetic waves and applications. Designed specifically for graduate students, practicing engineers, and researchers, this series provides affordable volumes that explore electromagnetic waves and applications beyond the undergraduate level.

About the Author

ROGER F. HARRINGTON is a Fellow of the IEEE. Prior to his retirement from active teaching, he was a Distinguished Professor at Syracuse University. Among his many awards and honors, he was awarded the IEEE Centennial Medal in 1984, the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society Distinguished Achievement Award is 1989, the URSI Van der Pol Medal in 1996, the Jubilee Tesla Medal in 1998, the IEEE Electromagnetics Field Award in 2000, and an IEEE Third Millennium Medal in 2000. He was born in Buffalo, New York, in 1925. He received his BEE and MEE from Syracuse University in 1948 and 1950, respectively, and his PhD from Ohio State University, Columbus, in 1952. Dr. Harrington is a member of Tau Beta Pi, Sigma Xi, the American Association of University Professors, and the International Union of Radio Science.