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Abstract

We present a novel technique by which highly-segmented electrostatic configurations can be solved. The Robin Hood method is a matrix-inversion algorithm optimized for solving high density boundary element method (BEM) problems. We illustrate the capabilities of this solver by studying two distinct geometry scales: (a) the electrostatic potential of a large volume beta-detector and (b) the field enhancement present at surface of electrode nano-structures. Geometries with elements numbering in the O(10⁵) are easily modeled and solved without loss of accuracy. The technique has recently been expanded so as to include dielectrics and magnetic materials.

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Prof. Joseph A. Formaggio

Dr. Predrag Lazic

Dr. Thomas Joseph Corona

Dr. Hrvoje Stefancic

Dr. Hrvoje Abraham

Dr. Ferenc Gluck