Plasma Science
eBook - ePub

Plasma Science

Advancing Knowledge in the National Interest

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  1. English
  2. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Plasma Science

Advancing Knowledge in the National Interest

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About this book

As part of its current physics decadal survey, Physics 2010, the NRC was asked by the DOE, NSF, and NASA to carry out an assessment of and outlook for the broad field of plasma science and engineering over the next several years. The study was to focus on progress in plasma research, identify the most compelling new scientific opportunities, evaluate prospects for broader application of plasmas, and offer guidance to realize these opportunities. The study paid particular attention to these last two points. This "e;demand-side"e; perspective provided a clear look at what plasma research can do to help achieve national goals of fusion energy, economic competitiveness, and nuclear weapons stockpile stewardship. The report provides an examination of the broad themes that frame plasma research: low-temperature plasma science and engineering; plasma physics at high energy density; plasma science of magnetic fusion; space and astrophysical science; and basic plasma science. Within those themes, the report offers a bold vision for future developments in plasma science.

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Table of contents

  1. COVER PAGE
  2. THE NATIONAL ACADEMIES
  3. PLASMA 2010 COMMITTEE
  4. PLASMA SCIENCE COMMITTEE
  5. BOARD ON PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY
  6. Preface
  7. Acknowledgment of Reviewers
  8. Contents
  9. Summary
  10. 1 Overview
  11. 2 Low-Temperature Plasma Science and Engineering
  12. 3 Plasma Physics at High Energy Density
  13. 4 The Plasma Science of Magnetic Fusion
  14. 5 Space and Astrophysical Plasmas
  15. 6 Basic Plasma Science
  16. Appendixes