Linearized expressions for perturbed quantities for propagation at arbitrary angle to the static magnetic field in plasmas with non-uniform density and thermal anisotropy

R. Koch

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Abstract

This paper is concerned with the derivation of linear wave equations for nonuniform magnetized Vlasov plasmas. By the operator method it is shown that a close connection exists between the case of perpendicular propagation and the general one. Combining this with previous results, expressions for the perturbed density and velocity are derived for the case of propagation at any angle to the uniform static magnetic field in a two-temperature Maxwellian plasma. These results apply for arbitrary inhomogeneities of equilibrium density and temperatures in directions perpendicular to the static magnetic field.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)171-181
Number of pages11
JournalJournal of Plasma Physics
Volume20
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1978

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