Reflection and refraction of plane electromagnetic waves
A plane electromagnetic wave reaches the interface between two mediums.
One can check the laws of reflection and refraction, as well as the total
internal reflection and the partial or total polarization of the reflected
wave.
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Below you can choose the quotient of refraction indexes n2/n1
= n2/n1, the amplitudes in the direction parallel (E║=
Epar) and perpendicular (E⊥= Eper)
to the plane of incidence, as well as the phase difference (δ
= delta) between these two components.
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By checking Total E you will get the total electric field,
instead of its components.
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You may also control whether the surface between both media, the plane
of incidence a a set of Cartesian axes are displayed.
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The point of view of the three-dimensional projection can be changed
with the cursors or the mouse.
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The whole image can be moved with the mouse while pressing Ctrl.
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To change the zoom in the projection, press Shift when moving
up or down the mouse pointer.
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Put the mouse pointer over an element to get information about it.