Rotation And Momentum Transport In Magnetized Plasmas

Rotation And Momentum Transport In Magnetized Plasmas
Author: Philippe Ghendrih
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2014-12-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9814644846

This book compiles the contributions from various international experts on magnetized plasma physics, both in controlled fusion and in astrophysics, and on atmospheric science. Most recent results are presented along with new ideas. The various facets of rotation and momentum transport in complex systems are discussed, including atmospheric-ocean turbulence, the constraints, and the concept of potential vorticity. The close interplay between flows and magnetohydrodynamics dynamo action, instabilities, turbulence and structure dynamics are the main focus of the book, in the context of astrophysics and magnetic fusion devices like Tokamak, and Reversed Field Pinch. Both physicists and advanced students interested in the field will find the topics as interesting as researchers from other fields who are looking to broaden their perspectives.

Driven Rotation, Self-Generated Flow, and Momentum Transport in Tokamak Plasmas

Driven Rotation, Self-Generated Flow, and Momentum Transport in Tokamak Plasmas
Author: John Rice
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2022-01-13
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030922669

This book provides a comprehensive look at the state of the art of externally driven and self-generated rotation as well as momentum transport in tokamak plasmas. In addition to recent developments, the book includes a review of rotation measurement techniques, measurements of directly and indirectly driven rotation, momentum sinks, self-generated flow, and momentum transport. These results are presented alongside summaries of prevailing theory and are compared to predictions, bringing together both experimental and theoretical perspectives for a broad look at the field. Both researchers and graduate students in the field of plasma physics will find this book to be a useful reference. Although there is an emphasis on tokamaks, a number of the concepts are also relevant to other configurations.

Turbulent Transport in Magnetized Plasmas

Turbulent Transport in Magnetized Plasmas
Author: Wendell Horton
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 518
Release: 2012
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9814383546

The book explains how magnetized plasmas self-organize in states of electromagnetic turbulence that transports particles and energy out of the core plasma faster than anticipated by the fusion scientists designing magnetic confinement systems in the 20th century. It describes theory, experiments and simulations in a unified and up-to-date presentation of the issues of achieving nuclear fusion power.

Turbulent Transport In Magnetized Plasmas (Second Edition)

Turbulent Transport In Magnetized Plasmas (Second Edition)
Author: C Wendell Horton, Jr
Publisher: #N/A
Total Pages: 522
Release: 2017-07-21
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9813225904

For a few seconds with large machines, scientists and engineers have now created the fusion power of the stars in the laboratory and at the same time find the rich range of complex turbulent electromagnetic waves that transport the plasma confinement systems. The turbulent transport mechanisms created in the laboratory are explained in detail in the second edition of 'Turbulent Transport in Magnetized Plasmas' by Professor Horton.The principles and properties of the major plasma confinement machines are explored with basic physics to the extent currently understood. For the observational laws that are not understood — the empirical confinement laws — offering challenges to the next generation of plasma students and researchers — are explained in detail. An example, is the confinement regime — called the 'I-mode' — currently a hot topic — is explored.Numerous important problems and puzzles for the next generation of plasma scientists are explained. There is growing demand for new simulation codes utilizing the massively parallel computers with MPI and GPU methods. When the 20 billion dollar ITER machine is tested in the 2020ies, new theories and faster/smarter computer simulations running in near real-time control systems will be used to control the burning hydrogen plasmas.

Collisional Transport in Magnetized Plasmas

Collisional Transport in Magnetized Plasmas
Author: Per Helander
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 316
Release: 2005-10-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780521020985

A graduate level text treating transport theory, an essential element of theoretical plasma physics.

Physics of the Jovian Magnetosphere

Physics of the Jovian Magnetosphere
Author: A. J. Dessler
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 572
Release: 1983
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780521520065

A valuable reference work for those doing research in magnetospheric physics and related disciplines.

Plasma Physics of the Local Cosmos

Plasma Physics of the Local Cosmos
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2004-06-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780309092159

Solar and space physics is the study of solar system phenomena that occur in the plasma state. Examples include sunspots, the solar wind, planetary magnetospheres, radiation belts, and the aurora. While each is a distinct phenomenon, there are commonalities among them. To help define and systematize these universal aspects of the field of space physics, the National Research Council was asked by NASA's Office of Space Science to provide a scientific assessment and strategy for the study of magnetized plasmas in the solar system. This report presents that assessment. It covers a number of important research goals for solar and space physics. The report is complementary to the NRC report, The Sun to the Earthâ€"and Beyond: A Decadal Research Strategy for Solar and Space Physics, which presents priorities and strategies for future program activities.