Analysis for the Reflection of Objects in the Water Based on MATLAB

The relationship between the length of the objects reflections on the water surface and the following factors including the spacing of objects and people，height of objects，observers’ height and the size of wave are discussed. According to the law of light reflection, a parametric equation is established among them. Secondly, the numerical solutions of the equation can obtained by MATLAB and draw the virtual image of the material point in the water. Besides, the objects reflection on the water surface with slight wave was simulated. Finally, a detailed qualitatively analysis for the relevant factors which affect the length of reflection are made and explains the physical phenomenon successfully.