Covers the coupling of waves in periodic structures, focusing on the reflection coefficient for one period and the limitations of the Coupling of Modes approach.
Introduces linear statics for linear elastic solids in small deformations, stress equilibrium, the Virtual Work Principle, and the Finite Element Method.
Explores Bleustein-Gulyaev waves, Love waves, and other surface acoustic wave types, discussing their propagation, dispersion, and applications in mobile communications.
Explores the origin, applications, and representations of complex numbers in crystallography and materials science, including their graphical, polar, and exponential forms.
Covers the fixed point theorem and the convergence of Newton's method, emphasizing the importance of function choice and derivative behavior for successful iteration.
