Lattice Boltzmann model for simulation of magnetohydrodynamics

Journal Article · Mon Dec 30 04:00:00 EST 1991 · Physical Review Letters; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.67.3776· OSTI ID:5130847

Chen, S; Chen, H; Martriaanez, D; Matthaeus, W ^[1]

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1. Bartol Research Institute, University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware 19716 (United States)

A numerical method, based on a discrete Boltzmann equation, is presented for solving the equations of magnetohydrodynamics (MHD). The algorithm provides advantages similar to the cellular automaton method in that it is local and easily adapted to parallel computing environments. Because of much lower noise levels and less stringent requirements on lattice size, the method appears to be more competitive with traditional solution methods. Examples show that the model accurately reproduces both linear and nonlinear MHD phenomena.

• DOE Contract Number: FG02-85ER53194
• OSTI ID: 5130847
• Journal Information: Physical Review Letters; (United States), Journal Name: Physical Review Letters; (United States) Vol. 67:27; ISSN PRLTA; ISSN 0031-9007
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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