A specific gauge fixing condition in electromagnetism that relates the scalar potential and the vector potential. It makes the wave equations for the potentials symmetric and independent, which is highly useful when analyzing time-varying electromagnetic fields and radiation. While purely theoretical, it underpins the advanced antenna design and electromagnetic compatibility modeling used in high-frequency power electronics.
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When modeling the transient radiation from the switching transient, apply the Lorenz gauge to decouple the wave equations.
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- Lorenz gauge condition