We revisit Minkowski's lost legacy on relativistic electromagnetism in order to resolve long-standing puzzles over the charge distribution of systems like hadrons. Hadrons are unique electromagnetic characterized by their comparable size and Compton wavelength rh∼λC. As such, it was recently realized that traditional Sachs definition based a non-relativistic formula is invalid. explain this sam...

We report a self-consistent quasinormal mode theory for nanometer scale electromagnetism where the possible nonlocal and quantum effects are treated through surface responses. With Feibelman's frequency-dependent \textit{d} parameters to describe responses, we formulate source-free Maxwell's equations into generalized linear eigenvalue problem define modes. then construct an orthonormal relatio...

Kaluza’s 1921 theory of gravity and electromagnetism using a fifth wrapped-up spatial dimension is at the root of many modern attempts to develop new physical theories. Lacking non-null electromagnetic fields however the theory is incomplete. Variants of the theory are explored to find ways to introduce non-null solutions by making the fifth dimension more physical, using alternative, weaker cy...

Abstract Einstein’s derivation of special relativity theory (SRT), based on hypothetical reasoning and thought experiments, is regarded as a prime example physics development. In secondary education, the introduction SRT could provide great opportunity for students to engage in theorizing, but this largely being missed current teaching practice. One reason be that lack some knowledge electromag...

Motivated by Benney’s general theory, we propose new models for short wave long wave interactions when the long waves are described by nonlinear systems of conservation laws. We prove the strong convergence of the solutions of the vanishing viscosity and short wave long wave interactions systems by using compactness results from the compensated compactness theory and new energy estimates obtain...

An obstacle to the development of direct action version of electromagnetism was that in the end it failed to fulfill its initial promise of avoiding the problem of infinite Coulomb self-energy in the Maxwell theory of the classical point charge. This paper suggests a small but significant modification of the traditional direct action theory which overcomes that obstacle. Self-action is retained...

Since 1890, James Clerk Maxwell's reputation has rested upon his theory of electromagnetism. However, during his lifetime he was recognized 'as the leading molecular scientist' of his generation. We will explore the foundation of his significance before 1890 using his work on the stability of Saturn's rings and the development of his kinetic theory of gases, and then briefly discuss the grounds...

To reduce errors in light-quark mass determinations, it is now necessary to consider electromagnetic contributions to light-meson masses. Calculations using staggered quarks and quenched photons are currently underway. Suitably-extended chiral perturbation theory is necessary to extrapolate the lattice data to the physical limit. Here we give (preliminary) results for light-meson masses using s...