Effect of rotation and voids on reflection of plane waves in a transversely isotropic magneto-thermoelastic half-space under GN-II model

Purpose In the framework of GN-II theory, this paper aims to address the plane wave propagation in a two-dimensional homogeneous, transversely isotropic magneto-thermoelastic medium with rotation and voids. Design/methodology/approach To investigate the problem, the fundamental governing equations are modified in the purview of Green-Naghdi theory without energy dissipation. These equations are converted to non-dimensional form using dimensionless quantities and are further solved to obtain four quasi plane waves travelling with different phase speeds in the considered medium. Amplitude ratios and energy ratios have been provided in explicit form after implementing the proper boundary conditions. Findings Numerical calculations are carried out using MATLAB software. For graphical representation of the expressions for phase velocities, reflection coefficients and energy ratios, a particular material is chosen to demonstrate the effects of magnetic field, rotation and void parameter. Originality/value The reflection coefficients are strongly affected by rotation, void parameter and magnetic field, as evidenced by conceptual and numerical findings. For validation of this study, the outcomes have also been compared to earlier published studies. In addition, it has also been established that the energy conservation law is also justified during the reflection phenomena. In the current research, the authors have included rotation and magnetic field in a transversely isotropic thermoelastic medium having voids, which has not yet been addressed in the published research. The results of current problem are very useful in a number of fields, such as soil dynamics, geophysical processes, chemical engineering and petroleum sector.