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 DevicesPART I Physics Concepts2. Kinetic Theory of Gases3. Molecular Energy Distribution and Ionization in Gases4. ElectromagneticsPART II Plasma Concepts5. Plasma Parameters and Regimes of Interaction6. Particle Orbit Theory7. Macroscopic Equations of Plasmas8. Hydromagnetics; Fluid Behavior of Plasmas9. Introduction to Kinetic Behavior and Analysis10. Numerical Simulation and Plasma RepresentationsPART III Plasma Physics Applications11. Plasma Acceleration and Energy Conversion12. Plasma Thrusters13. Magnetic Compression and Heating14. Wave Heating of Plasmas15. Magnetic Fusion Plasmas16. Space Plasma: Environment and Plasma Dynamics
