The variational bi-complex formulation of Maxwell’s equations

Authors

  • C.S. Lopez-Monsalvo Conacyt-Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Azcapotzalco Avenida San Pablo Xalpa 180, Azcapotzalco, Reynosa Tamaulipas, 02200 Ciudad de México, México
  • A.C. Gutiérrez-Piñeres Escuela de Física, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Industrial de Santander, CP 680002, Bucaramanga, Colombia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5377/ref.v6i1.7031

Keywords:

Electromagnetism, Variational Complex, Computer Algebra System

Abstract

In this manuscript, we present the variational derivation of Maxwell’s equations by means of the variational bi-complex. We use this exercise to introduce the reader to the formulation of geometric variational problems and their implementation in a Computer Algebra System.

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Published

2018-06-22

How to Cite

Lopez-Monsalvo, C., & Gutiérrez-Piñeres, A. (2018). The variational bi-complex formulation of Maxwell’s equations. Revista De La Escuela De Física, 6(1), 86–101. https://doi.org/10.5377/ref.v6i1.7031

Issue

Vol. 6 No. 1 (2018)

Section

Investigation

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© Revista de la Escuela de Física