Radiative-MHD Simulations of Sunspot Structure
Abstract
For a long time 3D numerical simulations of sunspots were out of reach. With increasing computing power there has been recently substantial progress in modeling magneto-convection in strong magnetic field regions and complete sunspots including the transition from umbra toward plage-like solar granulation. We summarize here briefly the most recent developments and discuss future directions.
- Publication:
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Solar-Stellar Dynamos as Revealed by Helio- and Asteroseismology: GONG 2008/SOHO 21
- Pub Date:
- December 2009
- Bibcode:
- 2009ASPC..416..461R