Equations of Cosmic-Ray Transport with Distributed Acceleration

Abstract

The equations of cosmic-ray transport used in our galactic cosmic-ray propagation model are described. The equations include distributed acceleration terms associated with weak reacceleration of cosmic-ray ions in supernova remnants. Reacceleration may occur at any time during the diffusion of cosmic rays through the interstellar medium.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 13, 1989
Accession Number
ADA204599

Entities

People

  • Jacob Roginsky
  • John R. Letaw

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Attachment
  • Boltzmann Equation
  • Cosmic Rays
  • Differential Equations
  • Diffusion
  • Distribution Functions
  • Electron Capture
  • Electrons
  • Energy
  • Equations
  • Galactic Cosmic Rays
  • Ionization
  • Mean Free Path
  • Particle Flux
  • Particles
  • Radioactive Decay
  • Spallation Reactions

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Astronomy/Astrophysics
  • Plasma Physics / Magnetohydrodynamics

Technology Areas

  • Space