Description
Introduction to Plasmas and Plasma Dynamics: With Plasma Physics Applications to Space Propulsion, Magnetic Fusion and Space Physics, Second Edition provides an accessible introduction to the understanding of high temperature, ionized gases necessary to conduct research and develop applications related to plasmas. Thoroughly updated and expanded, this sec- Describes plasma applications with close reference to elementary processes, promoting a deeper understanding of plasmas in new fields- Provides structured problems in every chapter that help readers grasp the book's practical lessons- Includes a new chapter on numerical methods in plasmas that adds crucial context for experimental approaches
Table of Contents
1. The Plasma Medium and Plasma Devices PART I Physics Concepts 2. Kinetic Theory of Gases 3. Molecular Energy Distribution and Ionization in Gases 4. Electromagnetics PART II Plasma Concepts 5. Plasma Parameters and Regimes of Interaction 6. Particle Orbit Theory 7. Macroscopic Equations of Plasmas 8. Hydromagnetics; Fluid Behavior of Plasmas 9. Introduction to Kinetic Behavior and Analysis 10. Numerical Simulation and Plasma Representations PART III Plasma Physics Applications 11. Plasma Acceleration and Energy Conversion 12. Plasma Thrusters 13. Magnetic Compression and Heating 14. Wave Heating of Plasmas 15. Magnetic Fusion Plasmas 16. Space Plasma: Environment and Plasma Dynamics
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