Theory of One-Dimensional Vlasov-Maxwell Equilibria (eBook)

With Applications to Collisionless Current Sheets and Flux Tubes

Oliver Allanson (Autor)

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2018 | 1st ed. 2018
XX, 195 Seiten
Springer International Publishing (Verlag)
978-3-319-97541-2 (ISBN)

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This book describes and contextualises collisionless plasma theory, and in particular collisionless plasma equilibria. The Vlasov-Maxwell theory of collisionless plasmas is an increasingly important tool for modern plasma physics research: our ability to sustain plasma in a steady-state, and to mitigate instabilities, determines the success of thermonuclear fusion power plants on Earth; and our understanding of plasma aids in the prediction and mitigation of Space Weather effects on terrestrial environments and satellites. Further afield, magnetic reconnection is a ubiquitous energy release mechanism throughout the Universe, and modern satellites are now able to make in-situ measurements with kinetic scale resolution.

To keep pace with these challenges and technological developments, a modern scientific discussion of plasma physics must enhance, and exploit, its 'literacy' in kinetic theory. For example, accurate analytical calculations and computer simulations of kinetic instabilities are predicated on a knowledge of Vlasov-Maxwell equilibria as an initial condition. This book highlights new fundamental work on Vlasov-Maxwell equilibria, of potential interest to mathematicians and physicists alike. Possible applications involve two of the most significant magnetic structures known to confine plasma and store energy: current sheets and flux tubes.   

Dr Oliver Allanson is a post-doctoral research associate working within the Department of Meteorology, University of Reading. Oliver is a space plasma physicist, and is a specialist in plasma kinetic theory. He graduated with a PhD in Applied Mathematics from the University of St Andrews in 2017; a MASt in Theoretical Physics from the Univeristy of Cambridge in 2013; and an MPhys in Theoretical Physics & Mathematics from the University of St Andrews in 2012.  

 

Inhalt

Introduction.- The Use of Hermite Polynomials for the Inverse Problem in One-Dimensional Vlasov-Maxwell Equilibria.- One-Dimensional Nonlinear Force-Free Current Sheets.- One-Dimensional Asymmetric Current Sheets.- Discussion.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.8.2018
• Reihe/Serie: Springer Theses
• Reihe/Serie: Springer Theses
• Zusatzinfo: XX, 195 p. 39 illus., 22 illus. in color.
• Verlagsort: Cham
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Physik / Astronomie ► Astronomie / Astrophysik
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Physik / Astronomie ► Theoretische Physik
• Schlagworte: Collisionless plasma equilibrium • Current Sheet • Flux Tube • Gold Hoyle • Harris Sheet • Kinetic Theory • magnetic reconnection • Theory of plasma • Vlasov Equation • Vlasov Equilibrium • Vlasov Maxwell Equilibria
• ISBN-10: 3-319-97541-2 / 3319975412
• ISBN-13: 978-3-319-97541-2 / 9783319975412