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In this work we utilize the Finite-Difference Time Domain (FDTD) Method coupled to a full band, particle-based simulator to solve for the total Lorentz force. Replacing a traditional Poisson solver with a more robust electromagnetics (EM) solver allows us to accurately account for radiated losses and provides a useful tool for investigating the near and far-field radiation patterns inherent in modern devices.
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Ayubi-Moak, J., Goodnick, S., Aboud, S. et al. Coupling Maxwell's Equations to Full Band Particle-Based Simulators. Journal of Computational Electronics 2, 183–190 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1023/B:JCEL.0000011422.05617.f1
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