Simulations of magnetic field generation in unmagnetized plasmas via beat-wave current drive.

Physical review letters · 2012 · Unclear · Insufficient evidence

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PublicationPhysical review letters · 2012

Study typeother

Reported directionUnclear

Evidence ratingInsufficient

Abstract

This work describes the scientific basis and associated simulation results for the magnetization of an unmagnetized plasma via beat-wave current drive. Two-dimensional electromagnetic particle-in-cell simulations have been performed for a variety of angles between the injected waves to demonstrate beat-wave generation in agreement with theoretical predictions of the beat-wave wave vector and saturation time, revealing new 2D effects. The simulations clearly demonstrate electron acceleration by the beat waves and resultant current drive and magnetic field generation. The basic process depends entirely on the angle between the parent waves and the ratio of the beat-wave phase velocity to the electron thermal velocity. The wave to magnetic energy conversion efficiency of the cases examined is as high as 0.2%. The technique could enable novel plasma experiments in which the use of magnetic coils is infeasible.

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Study typeother

Effect directionunclear

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Evidence strengthInsufficientConfidence: 74% · Peer reviewed: yes

Main findings

Two-dimensional electromagnetic particle-in-cell simulations of beat-wave current drive in initially unmagnetized plasma showed beat-wave generation consistent with theoretical predictions (beat-wave wave vector and saturation time) and demonstrated electron acceleration leading to current drive and magnetic field generation. The reported wave-to-magnetic energy conversion efficiency in examined cases was as high as 0.2%.

Outcomes measured

magnetic field generation in plasma
electron acceleration
current drive
wave-to-magnetic energy conversion efficiency

Limitations

Simulation study (2D electromagnetic particle-in-cell); no experimental or human/animal health outcomes reported
Specific exposure parameters (e.g., frequencies, field strengths) not provided in the abstract

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Identifiers and source

DOI: 10.1103/physrevlett.109.225002
PubMed: 23368130

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