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Two-frequency mutual coherence function and pulse propagation in random media.

Gregory Samelsohn1, Valentin Freilikher

  • 1The Jack and Pearl Resnick Institute of Advanced Technology and Minerva Center for Mesoscopics, Fractals and Neural Networks, Department of Physics, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat-Gan 52900, Israel.

Physical Review. E, Statistical, Nonlinear, and Soft Matter Physics
|May 15, 2002
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Summary

This study analyzes wave propagation in random media using a novel path integral method. The approach accurately models coherence bandwidth and pulse broadening, even in strong scattering conditions.

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Area of Science:

  • Wave propagation
  • Random media physics
  • Coherence theory

Background:

  • Transient wave propagation in random media is crucial for understanding signal behavior.
  • The two-frequency mutual coherence function measures coherence bandwidth but existing models have limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze transient wave propagation in forward scattering random media.
  • To develop a solution for the two-frequency mutual coherence function applicable to various media and scattering strengths.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized path integral technique with cumulant expansion.
  • Calculated the two-frequency mutual coherence function.
  • Analyzed temporal moments of pulsed waves.

Main Results:

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  • Developed a disorder-strength-independent solution for coherence function.
  • Observed a novel scaling dependence in strong scattering regimes.
  • Demonstrated sensitivity of coherence function to spectral details at all scales.
  • Found temporal moments are exactly determined by cumulant number.

Conclusions:

  • The developed method provides a robust framework for analyzing wave propagation in random media.
  • The findings are applicable to both continuous and discrete scattering media.
  • The study offers new insights into coherence bandwidth and pulse broadening phenomena.