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Total polarization of composite material is the action or process of affecting radiation and especially light so that the vibrations of the wave assume a definite form. It represents the overall dipole moment per unit volume in a material when subjected to an electric field.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula calculates the total polarization by considering both the background material contribution and the nanoparticle contribution to the overall polarization.
Details: Accurate polarization calculation is crucial for understanding the electromagnetic properties of composite materials, designing optical devices, and predicting material behavior in electric fields.
Tips: Enter all required values with appropriate units. Ensure all values are positive and within reasonable physical limits for accurate results.
Q1: What is the significance of vacuum dielectric constant?
A: The vacuum dielectric constant (ε₀) is a fundamental physical constant that represents the permittivity of free space and serves as a reference for material permittivity calculations.
Q2: How does volume fraction affect total polarization?
A: Volume fraction directly influences the nanoparticle contribution to total polarization. Higher volume fractions typically result in greater polarization effects from the nanoparticles.
Q3: What units should be used for input values?
A: Use consistent SI units: Coulomb Meter for dipole moment, Cubic Meter for volume, Joule for incident field, and dimensionless units for dielectric constants and volume fraction.
Q4: Are there limitations to this formula?
A: This formula assumes linear response and may not accurately capture nonlinear effects at very high field strengths or for materials with complex nanostructures.
Q5: Can this calculator be used for all composite materials?
A: While applicable to many dielectric composite materials, results may vary for materials with significant conductivity or magnetic properties not accounted for in the formula.