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Electromagnetic Waves and Optics
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This lecture covers the fundamentals of electromagnetic waves and optics. Topics include quasi-static electromagnetic fields, interference phenomena, diffraction, refraction, and reflection of light. Practical applications such as phased array antennas, interferometry, and thin film interference are also discussed.
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