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Asymptotic solution for the diffraction of an electromagnetic plane wave by a cylinder-tipped half-plane

Journal Article · · J. Opt. Soc. Am.; (United States)

The far-field asymptotic solution for the diffraction of an electromagnetic plane wave by a cylinder-tipped half-plane is derived from the direct solution. It is demonstrated that the Fresnel diffraction plays an important role in the transition regions where the solution of the geometrical theory of diffraction fails. The asymptotic solution not only simplifies the numerical calculations but also gives a physical model of the exact solution.

Research Organization:
Health and Safety Research Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37830
OSTI ID:
5907170
Journal Information:
J. Opt. Soc. Am.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Opt. Soc. Am.; (United States) Vol. 73:6; ISSN JOSAA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English