The Photon
| Scientific Paper | |
|---|---|
| Title | The Photon |
| Author(s) | Robert L Carroll |
| Keywords | photons, wave equation |
| Published | 1996 |
| Journal | Electric Spacecraft Journal |
| Number | 19 |
| Pages | 14-15 |
Abstract
This article is written to show that the photon is a wave motion limited to one wavelength in the longitudinal direction and a transverse circumference of one wavelength. This gives it the form of a cylinder with no indication of any spread with distance of travel. Thus it has the characteristics of both wave and particle. The ?either-or? controversy of wave or particle is avoided in this way. There is no indication that a medium is required for its propagation.