Introduction to Plasma Physics and Controlled Fusion (3rd Edition)

Introduction to Plasma Physics and Controlled Fusion (Third Edition)
By Francis F. Chen

Introduction to Plasma Physics and Controlled Fusion by Francis F. Chen is a complete, classic introduction to plasma physics and controlled fusion written by one of the pioneering scientists in this expanding field. It offers both a simple, intuitive discussion of basic concepts and insight into the challenging problems of current research, covering single-particle motions, fluid equations for plasmas, wave motions, diffusion and resistivity, Landau damping, plasma instabilities, and nonlinear problems in a wholly lucid manner. This third edition updates all existing chapters and adds two new chapters, one on Special Plasmas and another on Plasma Applications, including atmospheric plasmas.

Topics commonly covered include:

• Single-particle motions and charged-particle dynamics
• Plasmas as fluids and fluid equations
• Waves in plasmas
• Diffusion and resistivity
• Kinetic theory and Landau damping
• Nonlinear effects, wave equations, and solitons
• Special plasmas (non-neutral plasmas, pure electron plasmas, dusty plasmas, helicon plasmas, atmospheric-pressure plasmas)
• Plasma applications (magnetic fusion devices, pinches, mirrors, tokamaks, stellarators, plasma accelerators, inertial fusion, semiconductor etching, spacecraft propulsion)

Key features:

• New material on kinetic effects, including Bernstein waves and the plasma dispersion function
• New chapters on Special Plasmas and Plasma Applications added for the third edition
• Large collection of problems useful for teachers and students alike
• Concise review of fundamentals along with original treatments of topics rarely explained so clearly
• Written by Francis F. Chen, a pioneering researcher with decades of experience across magnetic fusion, laser fusion, and plasma diagnostics
• Serves as both an accessible introduction for newcomers and a valuable reference for established researchers

Perfect for:

• BS and MS Physics students
• Students specializing in plasma physics and fusion energy
• Electrical and nuclear engineering students
• Faculty teaching plasma physics and fusion energy courses
• Researchers seeking a comprehensive reference in plasma physics

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