What are the Fresnel Equations?

What are the Fresnel Equations?

Fresnel Equations Definition

Fresnel Equations describe the ratios of electric fields of reflected and transmitted waves to the incident wave.

Light Reflection and Transmission

These equations explain how light reflects and transmits at the boundary between two different mediums.

Polarization type

• S-Polarization

• P-Polarization

Historical Insight

Augustin-Jean Fresnel developed these equations, understanding light as a transverse wave.

Polarizations

Light polarization can be S (perpendicular) or P (parallel) to the plane of incidence.

Fresnel Equations Derivation

The detailed derivation shows how to calculate reflection and transmission coefficients for both S-polarization and P-polarization.