Lecture: Relativistic Electrodynamics - Fundamentals and Limits

Most students find the connection between electric and magnetic fields difficult. However, this is often due to the fact that the behavior of electromagnetic fields cannot really be understood with the usual three-dimensional view. The main aim of this lecture is therefore to make the interaction of electromagnetic fields clear through a relativistic approach.

The lecture will be held in German.

Topics

Vector and tensor calculus
Basics of the theory of relativity
Four-dimensional representation and Minkowski space
Lagrange function and Hamilton's principle
Maxwell's equations from a minimal principle
Influence of matter
Limits of classical field theory
Non-classical description

Examination

Oral exam, 30 min

Registration and additonal material

Further information on this module can be found in the online course catalog and in Stud.IP. In addition, you have to register your participation in this event in Stud.IP. Lecture and exercise materials can be found under the respective event in Stud.IP.

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