Reflection of wave at open end (boundary condition)
Sep 28, 2015 · Participants explore the physical intuition behind wave reflection, the amplitude relationships of incident and reflected waves, and the forces involved in these processes. One …
Standing Waves by Reflection: Losses of the Reflected Wave
Jan 24, 2025 · The discussion revolves around the behavior of standing waves generated by reflection, particularly focusing on the losses of the reflected wave in systems such as strings and Kundt's …
Microwave Reflectors: Materials for Efficient Wave Reflection
Oct 10, 2005 · The discussion revolves around the materials that can efficiently reflect microwaves, radio waves, and other long-wavelength electromagnetic waves. It explores theoretical aspects, …
Why is there a phase change in reflection and why is it always \pi?
Oct 1, 2011 · The discussion revolves around the phase change that occurs during the reflection of light, specifically addressing why a phase shift of \ (\pi\) is commonly observed and its implications in …
Polarization of EM waves is preserved after reflection ... - Why?
Jan 16, 2021 · The discussion centers around the preservation of the polarization state of electromagnetic (EM) waves during reflection and refraction, particularly in the context of Fresnel's …
Confusion regarding Standing Waves and Reflection resulting in Phase ...
Oct 26, 2014 · The discussion centers on the behavior of standing waves and their reflection characteristics, specifically addressing phase changes. When a standing wave reflects off a barrier, it …
Why does a phase shift occur on reflection? - Physics Forums
Oct 2, 2014 · The discussion centers on the phenomenon of phase shifts that occur when electromagnetic waves reflect off surfaces, particularly when transitioning between media of different …
Why does the phase of the reflected wave from a denser medium …
Sep 16, 2024 · The discussion revolves around the phase change of reflected waves when transitioning from a less dense medium to a denser medium, particularly in the context of optics and wave …
Waves: Transmission/Reflection Coefficients/Energy Conservation ...
Mar 13, 2005 · Investigate practical applications of wave reflection and transmission in engineering Physics students, wave mechanics researchers, and engineers involved in acoustics or materials …
Frequency and Sound Wave Reflection - Physics Forums
Oct 19, 2020 · The discussion revolves around the frequency of sound waves and their reflection off walls, specifically focusing on the conditions for constructive interference of echoes generated by a …