transverse magnetic (TM) mode
Telecommunications
A mode whose magnetic field vector is normal to the direction of propagation. Note: TM modes may be useful in waveguides. In an optical fiber, TE and TM modes correspond to meridional rays.
A mode whose magnetic field vector is normal to the direction of propagation. Note: TM modes may be useful in waveguides. In an optical fiber, TE and TM modes correspond to meridional rays.