Probes in a Plasma from a Gas Dynamic Point of View with Application to the Problem of Satellite Charging.

Abstract

Probe theory for probes in a plasma usually involve a kinetic theory approach. In the present report, the author uses gas dynamics (that is, continuum theory) as an approach to probe theory. Simpler expressions are obtained than in kinetic theory approaches. Application is made to the theory of satellite charging at various altitudes.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 06, 1976
Accession Number
ADA021489

Entities

People

  • H. E. Moses

Organizations

  • Air Force Cambridge Research Laboratories

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Altitude
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Dynamics
  • Gas Dynamics
  • Kinetic Theory
  • Kinetics
  • Physics

Readers

  • Astronomy and Astrophysics.
  • Pulsed Power and Plasma Physics.
  • Theoretical Analysis.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Hall-Effect Thruster