Physical conditions in reversed field pinches and theta pinches as inferred from simulations
Abstract
The nature of the transport in certain pinches is investigated by comparing experimental data with computational predictions of the AURORA code. The presence of anomalous resistivity and anomalous thermal conduction during the implosion phase of the ZT-S reversed field pinch is examined. Evidence is presented indicating that a low density wall emitted plasma occupies the region between the main plasma column and the wall. Simulations of a theta pinch show that anomalous heating of the ions due to microturbulent fields makes a noticeable contribution to the ion energetics.
- Publication:
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Presented at Intern. School of Plasma Phys
- Pub Date:
- 1979
- Bibcode:
- 1979plph.work.....S
- Keywords:
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- Computerized Simulation;
- Reverse Field Pinch;
- Theta Pinch;
- Computer Programs;
- Implosions;
- Ion Motion;
- Transport Properties;
- Plasma Physics