A T-matrix method and computer code for randomly oriented, axially symmetric coated scatterers

A computer code is described for the calculation of light-scattering properties of randomly oriented, axially symmetric coated particles, in the framework of the T-matrix theory. The underlying mathematical background is outlined briefly and convergence procedures are discussed. After outlining the input-output interaction between user and code, benchmark results are presented for two distinct shapes: coated, centered spheroids and offset coated spheres. (C) 2004 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.