New Perspective on Classical Electromagnetism

Abstract

The fallacies associated with the gauge concept in electromagnetism are illustrated. A clearer and more valid formulation of the basics of classical electromagnetism is provided by recognizing a previously overlooked law of induction as well as the physical reality of the vector potential.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 2013
Accession Number
ADA584436

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  • Mark A. Johnson
  • Paul Cote

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  • United States Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center

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