Ufimtsev P.Ya. Fundamentals of the Physical Theory of diffraction

NJ: Wiley&Sons, 2007. — 348 p. — ISBN: 978-0-470-09771-7.The physical theory of diffraction (PTD) that Professor Ufimtsev introduced in the 1950s—a methodology for approximate evaluation at high enough frequency of the scattering from a body, especially a body of complicated shape—has proven to be a truly great idea.
The first form of PTD developed by Professor Ufimtsev, the vector form applicable to electromagnetic scattering from three-dimensional bodies, has played a key role in the development of modem low-radar-reflectivity weapons systems such as the Lockheed F-l 17 Stealth Fighter and the Northrop B-2 Stealth Bomber, functioning both as a design tool and as a conceptual framework. These systems in turn have revolutionized the conduct of large-scale govemment-versus-govemment warfare and thus have helped to shape history.Новая книга П.Я. Уфимцева, развивающая созданную им физическую теорию дифракции, основанную на методе краевых волн. Вводится и обсуждается важное понятие теневого излучения. Методы, излагаемые в книге, применяются как к электромагнитным, так и к акустическим волнам. В книге имеется большое количество задач.