electromagnetic propagation in absorbing media

An analytical study of electromagnetic deep-penetration conditions and implications in lossy media through inhomogeneous waves

This paper illustrates how the penetration of electromagnetic waves in lossy media strongly depends on the waveform and not only on the media involved. In particular, the so-called inhomogeneous plane waves are compared against homogeneous plane waves illustrating how the first ones can generate deep penetration effects. Moreover, the paper provides examples showing how such waves may be practically generated.

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