Overview
Explore the application of finite differences to Poisson's equation for determining electric potential from boundary conditions in this 51-minute computational electromagnetism video. Delve into the fundamentals of electromagnetism, focusing on electric scalar potential and magnetic vector potential. Learn a computational technique to solve for these potentials, gaining comprehensive insights into electromagnetic problems. Follow along as the video covers Poisson's equation, problem transformation, grid setup, solution methods, charge density definition, and Python implementation. Witness the practical application of these concepts through code examples and graphical representations of results. Gain valuable skills in computational physics and electromagnetic modeling, essential for advanced studies in physics and engineering.
Syllabus
Intro
Poissons Equation
Problem Recap
Transformation
Grid
The Trick
The Solution
Defining Charge Density
Python Code
Target Accuracy
Graphing Results
Taught by
Let's Code Physics