Magnetohydrodynamics of Laboratory and Astrophysical Plasmas

Magnetohydrodynamics of Laboratory and Astrophysical Plasmas
Author: Hans Goedbloed
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 995
Release: 2019-01-31
Genre: Science
ISBN: 110857758X

With ninety per cent of visible matter in the universe existing in the plasma state, an understanding of magnetohydrodynamics is essential for anyone looking to understand solar and astrophysical processes, from stars to accretion discs and galaxies; as well as laboratory applications focused on harnessing controlled fusion energy. This introduction to magnetohydrodynamics brings together the theory of plasma behavior with advanced topics including the applications of plasma physics to thermonuclear fusion and plasma- astrophysics. Topics covered include streaming and toroidal plasmas, nonlinear dynamics, modern computational techniques, incompressible plasma turbulence and extreme transonic and relativistic plasma flows. The numerical techniques needed to apply magnetohydrodynamics are explained, allowing the reader to move from theory to application and exploit the latest algorithmic advances. Bringing together two previous volumes: Principles of Magnetohydrodynamics and Advanced Magnetohydrodynamics, and completely updated with new examples, insights and applications, this volume constitutes a comprehensive reference for students and researchers interested in plasma physics, astrophysics and thermonuclear fusion.

Principles of Magnetohydrodynamics

Principles of Magnetohydrodynamics
Author: J. P. Goedbloed
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 644
Release: 2004-08-05
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780521626071

This textbook provides a modern and accessible introduction to magnetohydrodynamics (MHD). It describes the two main applications of plasma physics, laboratory research on thermo-nuclear fusion energy and plasma astrophysics of the solar system, stars and accretion disks, from the single viewpoint of MHD. This approach provides effective methods and insights for the interpretation of plasma phenomena on virtually all scales, from the laboratory to the universe. It equips the reader with the necessary tools to understand the complexities of plasma dynamics in extended magnetic structures. The classical MHD model is developed in detail without omitting steps in the derivations and problems are included at the end of each chapter. This text is ideal for senior-level undergraduate and graduate courses in plasma physics and astrophysics.

Advanced Magnetohydrodynamics

Advanced Magnetohydrodynamics
Author: J. P. Goedbloed
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 651
Release: 2010-04-29
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1139487280

Following on from the companion volume Principles of Magnetohydrodynamics, this textbook analyzes the applications of plasma physics to thermonuclear fusion and plasma astrophysics from the single viewpoint of MHD. This approach turns out to be ever more powerful when applied to streaming plasmas (the vast majority of visible matter in the Universe), toroidal plasmas (the most promising approach to fusion energy), and nonlinear dynamics (where it all comes together with modern computational techniques and extreme transonic and relativistic plasma flows). The textbook interweaves theory and explicit calculations of waves and instabilities of streaming plasmas in complex magnetic geometries. It is ideally suited to advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in plasma physics and astrophysics.

Introduction to Plasma Physics

Introduction to Plasma Physics
Author: Donald A. Gurnett
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 535
Release: 2017-02-20
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1107027373

Introducing the principles and applications of plasma physics, this new edition is ideal as an advanced undergraduate or graduate-level text.

Introduction to Plasma Physics

Introduction to Plasma Physics
Author: D. A. Gurnett
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 468
Release: 2005-01-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780521364836

Advanced undergraduate/beginning graduate text on space and laboratory plasma physics.

Plasma Physics for Astrophysics

Plasma Physics for Astrophysics
Author: R. M. Kulsrud
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 488
Release: 2005
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0691120730

Designed to teach plasma physics and astrophysics 'from the ground up', this textbook proceeds from the simplest examples through a careful derivation of results and encourages the reader to think for themselves.

Nonlinear Magnetohydrodynamics

Nonlinear Magnetohydrodynamics
Author: D. Biskamp
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 400
Release: 1997-07-17
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9780521599184

A self-contained introduction to magnetohydrodynamics with emphasis on nonlinear processes.

Magnetohydrodynamics of Plasma Relaxation

Magnetohydrodynamics of Plasma Relaxation
Author: S. Ortolani
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 208
Release: 1993
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9789810208608

This book gives a concise description of the phenomenon of plasma relaxation from the point of view of resistive magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) theory. Magnetized plasmas relax when they seek their natural state of lowest energy subject to certain topological constraints imposed by the magnetic field. Relaxation may be fast and dynamic or slow and gradual depending on the external environment in which the magnetoplasma system evolves. Relaxation occurs throughout the universe and may describe such diverse phenomena as dynamos, solar flares, and the operation of magnetic fusion energy experiments. This book concentrates on the dynamic, rather than variational aspects of relaxation. While the processes described are general, the book focuses on the reversed-field pinch experiment as a paradigm for plasma relaxation and dynamo action. Examples from other branches of plasma physics are also discussed. The authors draw upon their extensive experience in numerical and experimental studies of relaxation.

Magnetohydrodynamics

Magnetohydrodynamics
Author: Sergei S. Molokov
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2007-08-26
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1402048335

This book revises the evolution of ideas in various branches of magnetohydrodynamics (astrophysics, earth and solar dynamos, pinch, MHD turbulence and liquid metals) and reviews current trends and challenges. Uniquely, it contains the review articles on the development of the subject by pioneers in the field as well as leading experts, not just in one, but in various branches of magnetohydrodynamics, such as liquid metals, astrophysics, dynamo and pinch.