Investigation of the Nonlinear Mechanics of Unstable Plasmas
Abstract
The research supported by this grant has been devoted to exploring the possibility of applying theoretical and experimental techniques that are well-known in lumped-parameter systems such as vacuum-tube oscillators, microwave devices, etc. to the study of distributed-parameter systems such as plasmas. One long-term objective of the work is the investigation of dynamic- stabilization methods for various instabilities in typical distributed-parameter systems; particular interest attaches to plasma instabilities and turbulence phenomena that affect high-speed plasma flow and plasma confinement. This objective, however, means that the relevant theoretical and experimental aspects of nonlinear behavior in plasmas must be understood and this has been the primary objective of the program. the report contains a broad statement of the problem area and a description of the theoretical and experimental approaches taken, a summary of the major results obtained, and a list of published articles, and reports where the complete details of the work are available.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1972
- Accession Number
- AD0740659
Entities
People
- Herbert Lashinsky
Organizations
- University of Maryland