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Kinetic theory of two-plasmon decay

Journal Article · · Phys. Fluids; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1063/1.864519· OSTI ID:5436037
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The Vlasov--Maxwell theory of two-plasmon decay is developed for homogeneous and weakly inhomogeneous plasmas. Temporal growth rates in homogeneous plasmas and spatial amplification in weakly inhomogeneous plasmas are calculated and compared to fluid theory. For hot plasmas (Te> or approx. =10 keV) the kinetic analysis predicts lower growth rates and a reduced range of unstable wavenumbers compared to fluid theory.
Research Organization:
KMS Fusion, Inc., Ann Arbor, Michigan 48106
DOE Contract Number:
AC08-82DP40152
OSTI ID:
5436037
Journal Information:
Phys. Fluids; (United States), Journal Name: Phys. Fluids; (United States) Vol. 27:1; ISSN PFLDA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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