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Introduction to Plasma Physics: With Space and Laboratory Applications - Couverture souple

Gurnett, D. A.

 
9780521367301: Introduction to Plasma Physics: With Space and Laboratory Applications
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 0521367301 ISBN 13 : 9780521367301
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 2005

Synopsis

The emphasis of this text is on basic plasma theory, with applications to both space and laboratory plasmas. All mathematical concepts beyond those normally covered in an advanced calculus course are fully explained. Topics covered include single-particle motions, kinetic theory, magnetohydrodynamics, small amplitude waves in both cold and hot plasmas, nonlinear phenomena and collisional effects. Applications include planetary magnetospheres and radiation belts, the confinement and stability of plasmas in fusion devices, the propagation of discontinuities and shock waves in the solar wind, and the analysis of various types of plasma waves and instabilities that can occur in planetary magnetospheres and laboratory plasma devices. This book is structured as a text for a one- or two-semester introductory course in plasma physics at the advanced undergraduate or first-year graduate level. It can also serve as a resource book on the basic principles of plasma physics.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

The emphasis of this text is on basic plasma theory, with applications to both space and laboratory plasmas. All mathematical concepts beyond those normally covered in an advanced calculus course are fully explained. Topics covered include single-particle motions, kinetic theory, magnetohydrodynamics, small amplitude waves in both cold and hot plasmas, nonlinear phenomena and collisional effects. Applications include planetary magnetospheres and radiation belts, the confinement and stability of plasmas in fusion devices, the propagation of discontinuities and shock waves in the solar wind, and the analysis of various types of plasma waves and instabilities that can occur in planetary magnetospheres and laboratory plasma devices. This book is structured as a text for a one- or two-semester introductory course in plasma physics at the advanced undergraduate or first-year graduate level. It can also serve as a resource book on the basic principles of plasma physics.

Revue de presse

'... [an] engaging text, clear and accessible ... Highly intuitive explanations get right to the point, and careful derivations often include sophisticated yet concise discussions of subtleties. ... Some complex topics are described so clearly that they make the reader feel really smart.' American Journal of Physics

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Éditeur
Cambridge University Press
Date d'édition
2005
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0521367301
ISBN 13 
9780521367301
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
464
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
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