The Stability of Quasi-Adiabatic Plasma Compression by a Longitudinal Magnetic Field
Abstract
The problem of magnetized plasma stability during quasi-adiabatic compression by a longitudinal magnetic field is considered. Under certain conditions, the compression stability is increased as the duration of the magnetic field pulse increases. Thus, radial compression without breaking symmetry can increase 20-30 times.
- Publication:
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Megagauss Magnetic Field Generation, Its Application to Science and Ultra-High Pulsed-Power Technology
- Pub Date:
- November 2004
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- Bibcode:
- 2004mmfg.conf..316Y