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    Area of Science:

    • Physics
    • Wave Propagation
    • Electromagnetics

    Background:

    • High-frequency wave phenomena are crucial in various scientific fields.
    • Previous models often assumed homogeneous background media, limiting applicability.
    • Understanding wave interactions with interfaces and scatterers in complex environments is challenging.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To apply the stochastic geometrical theory of diffraction (SGTD) to analyze wave propagation.
    • To investigate the reflection, transmission, and diffraction of the high-frequency two-point coherence function.
    • To extend existing solutions to randomly fluctuating and inhomogeneous background media.

    Main Methods:

    • Application of the stochastic geometrical theory of diffraction (SGTD).
    • Analysis of the high-frequency two-point coherence function.
    • Modeling of wave interactions with embedded interfaces or scatterers within inhomogeneous random media.

    Main Results:

    • The SGTD successfully models wave coherence phenomena in complex media.
    • Extended solutions are provided for reflection, transmission, and diffraction in inhomogeneous backgrounds.
    • The study demonstrates the theory's capability to handle random fluctuations.

    Conclusions:

    • The stochastic geometrical theory of diffraction provides a robust framework for analyzing wave propagation in random, inhomogeneous media.
    • This work significantly advances the understanding of high-frequency wave coherence in complex environments.
    • The developed methods offer improved predictive capabilities for realistic scenarios.