Dielectric tensor of a weakly relativistic, nonequilibrium, and magnetized plasma

Journal Article · Tue Dec 01 00:00:00 EST 1981 · Phys. Fluids; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1063/1.863324· OSTI ID:5948625

Tsai, S T; Wu, C S; Wang, Y D; Kang, S W

The dielectric tensor of a weakly relativistic magnetized plasma is discussed for wave frequencies very close to the fundamental or higher harmonics of the electron or ion cyclotron frequency. Since in real situations the plasmas of interest are often in nonequilibrium states, the present paper generalizes Shkarofsky's result to include three nonequilibrium features; namely, a loss-cone distribution, anisotropic temperatures, and a field-aligned drift. The discussion is motivated by current interest in the study of absorption and emission of radiation near the electron cyclotron harmonics.

• Research Organization: Institute for Physical Science and Technology, University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland 20742
• OSTI ID: 5948625
• Journal Information: Phys. Fluids; (United States), Vol. 24:12
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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