Dynamics of astrophysical systems is often described by plasma physics, yet understanding the nature of plasma turbulence remains as a challenge in physicsin both theories and experiments. This book is an up-to-date summary and review of recent results in research on waves and turbulence in near-Earth space plasma turbulence, obtained by Cluster , the multi-spacecraft mission. Spatial and temporal structures of solar wind turbulence as well as its interaction with the bow shock ahead of the Earth are presented using Cluster data. The bookpresents (1) historical developments, (2) theoretical background of plasma physics, turbulence theories, and the plasma physical picture of the solar system, (3) analysis methods for multi-spacecraft data, (4) results of Cluster dataanalysis, and (5) impacts on astrophysics and Earth sciences. Reviews the state-of-the-art research on space plasma turbulence. Discusses impacts on related subjects such as astrophysics and Earth science. With an overview of plasma physics, turbulence physics, and solar system science. Serves as a guide to analysis methods for multi-point or multi-spacecraft measurements INDICE: 1 Introduction. 2 Theoretical background. 3 Multi-spacecraft measurements. 4 Turbulence properties in space plasma. 5 Impacts on related subjects. Index.
- ISBN: 978-3-642-25666-0
- Editorial: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 102
- Fecha Publicación: 31/01/2012
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés