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Principles of Plasma Diagnostics

4-4-4 units · Graduate

Introduction to the physical processes used to measure the properties of plasmas, especially fusion plasmas. Measurements of magnetic and electric fields, particle flux, refractive index, emission and scattering of electromagnetic waves and heavy particles; their use to deduce plasma parameters such as particle density, pressure, temperature, and velocity, and hence the plasma confinement properties. Discussion of practical examples and assessments of the accuracy and reliability of different techniques.

Fall 2023

This course is an introduction to the physical processes used to measure the properties of plasmas. It will cover diagnostics suitable for a wide range of plasmas, including magnetically confined fusion plasmas and high-energy-density plasmas. Techniques include the measurements of magnetic and electric fields, particle flux, refractive index, emission and scattering of electromagnetic waves, and nuclear diagnostics.

Readings

  • Hutchinson, I. H. Principles of Plasma Diagnostics , 2 nd edition. Cambridge University Press, 2002. ISBN: 9780511613630.
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  • Lieberman, Michael A. and Alan J. Lichtenberg. Principles of Plasma Discharges and Materials Processing, 2 nd edition. Wiley, 2005. ISBN: 9780471720010.
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  • Settles, G.S. Schlieren and Shadowgraph Techniques . Springer, 2006. ASIN: B019NE3S0W.
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  • Sheffield, John, Dustin Froula, Siegfried H. Glenzer, and Neville C. Luhmann, Jr. Plasma Scattering of Electromagnetic Radiation, 2 nd edition. Elsevier, 2011. Hardback ISBN: 9780123748775. eBook ISBN: 9780080952031.
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Prerequisites & course information

Same subject as 8.670[J] Prereq: 22.611[J] G (Fall) Not offered regularly; consult department 4-4-4 units

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