Some Key Developments in Computational Electromagnetics and their Attribution

Key developments in computational electromagnetics are proposed. Historical highlights are summarized concentrating on the two main approaches of differential and integral methods. This is seen as timely as a retrospective analysis is needed to minimize duplication and to help settle questions of attribution

Computational Electromagnetics: a global perspective

In this paper we focus on the future role of Computational Electromagnetics in the wider context of engineering and multi-physics modelling. We begin by summarizing past achievements, highlighting techniques of wider applicability and effective newer methods. This is followed by an exploration of future needs. Special attention will be given to the geographical shift of resources from Europe and North America towards the Far East

Codes of Fair Competition: The National Recovery Act, 1933-1935, and the Women’s Dress Manufacturing Industry

Controversial issues prevalent in today’s ready-to-wear apparel industry include the right of workers to join unions, the proliferation of sweatshops and sweatshop conditions, and design piracy. The idea of forming codes of conduct to establish criteria of ethical business practices is not new to the apparel industry. Indeed, the women’s dress manufacturing industry discussed and debated codes of fair competition under the New Deal Policies of the National Recovery Act (NRA) of 1933 to 1935. Primary sources for this study included governmental hearings in the establishment of the NRA Dress Code, The New York Times, Women’s Wear Daily, and the Journal of the Patent Office Society. The history of the NRA codes implemented in the U.S. women’s ready-to-wear apparel industry provides an important case study highlighting the difficulties and complexities of creating and achieving industry-wide standard practices through self-regulation. The failure of the NRA demonstrates that even with the joint cooperation of industry, labor, and consumer groups and the backing of the force of law, codes of fair competition proved impossible to enforce

Towards Establishing a Definitive Archive of CEM Papers

This paper attempts to set the scene for a creation of an archive of publications in the area of Computational Electromagnetics. The need for such an archive arises from the growing number of publications and lack of suitable or easily accessible points of reference. It is argued that establishment of an archive will aid researchers in placing their work in the proper context and will also facilitate reviewing process for conferences and journals. Several scenarios are put forward and the leading role of the International Compumag Society emphasised