Introduction to Plasmas and Plasma Dynamics: With Reviews of Applications in Space Propulsion, Magnetic Fusion and Space Physics

by Hai-Bin Tang

Overview

Introduction to Plasmas and Plasma Dynamics provides an accessible introduction to the understanding of high temperature, ionized gases necessary to conduct research and develop applications related to plasmas. While standard presentations of introductory material emphasize physics and the theoretical basis of the topics, this text acquaints the reader with the context of the basic information and presents the fundamental knowledge required for advanced work or study. The book relates theory to relevant devices and mechanisms, presenting a clear outline of analysis and mathematical detail; it highlights the significance of the concepts with reviews of recent applications and trends in plasma engineering, including topics of plasma formation and magnetic fusion, plasma thrusters and space propulsion. - Presents the essential principles of plasma dynamics needed for effective research and development work in plasma applications - Emphasizes physical understanding and supporting theoretical foundation with reference to their utilization in devices, mechanisms and phenomena - Covers a range of applications, including energy conversion, space propulsion, magnetic fusion, and space physics

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780128018002
Publisher:	Elsevier Science & Technology Books
Publication date:	08/04/2015
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	362
File size:	17 MB
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About the Author

Dr. Hai-Bin Tang is Professor of Aerospace Science and Technology, and Vice Dean of the School of Astronautics at Beihang University, China. His research interests include plasma and fluid physics, electric propulsion and space propulsion systems, numerical modeling, and experimental measurement.

Table of Contents

1: The Plasma Medium and Plasma Devices2: Kinetic Theory of Gases3: Molecular Energy Distribution and Ionization in Gases 4: Electromagnetics5: Plasma Parameters and Regimes of Interaction 6: Particle Orbit Theory 7: Macroscopic Equations of Plasmas8: Hydromagnetics – Fluid Behavior of Plasmas9: Plasma Dynamics and Hydromagnetics – Reviews of Applications

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An introduction to plasma properties and governing laws and detailed consideration of plasma dynamics with emphasis on applications