Magnetic Fields In Diffuse Media

Author : Alexander Lazarian,Elisabete M. de Gouveia Dal Pino,Claudio Melioli
Publisher : Springer
Page : 623 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2014-11-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783662446256

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Magnetic Fields in Diffuse Media by Alexander Lazarian,Elisabete M. de Gouveia Dal Pino,Claudio Melioli Pdf

This volume presents the current knowledge of magnetic fields in diffuse astrophysical media. Starting with an overview of 21st century instrumentation to observe astrophysical magnetic fields, the chapters cover observational techniques, origin of magnetic fields, magnetic turbulence, basic processes in magnetized fluids, the role of magnetic fields for cosmic rays, in the interstellar medium and for star formation. Written by a group of leading experts the book represents an excellent overview of the field. Nonspecialists will find sufficient background to enter the field and be able to appreciate the state of the art.

Author : Ulrich Klein,Andrew Fletcher
Publisher : Springer
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2014-11-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319089423

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Galactic and Intergalactic Magnetic Fields by Ulrich Klein,Andrew Fletcher Pdf

This course-tested textbook conveys the fundamentals of magnetic fields and relativistic plasma in diffuse cosmic media, with a primary focus on phenomena that have been observed at different wavelengths. Theoretical concepts are addressed wherever necessary, with derivations presented in sufficient detail to be generally accessible. In the first few chapters the authors present an introduction to various astrophysical phenomena related to cosmic magnetism, with scales ranging from molecular clouds in star-forming regions and supernova remnants in the Milky Way, to clusters of galaxies. Later chapters address the role of magnetic fields in the evolution of the interstellar medium, galaxies and galaxy clusters. The book is intended for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students in astronomy and physics and will serve as an entry point for those starting their first research projects in the field.

Author : Anvar Shukurov,Kandaswamy Subramanian
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 641 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-12-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780521861052

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Astrophysical Magnetic Fields by Anvar Shukurov,Kandaswamy Subramanian Pdf

This self-contained introduction to astrophysical magnetic fields provides a comprehensive review of the current state of the field and a critical discussion of the latest research. Its emphasis on results that are likely to form the basis for future progress benefits a broad audience of advanced students and active researchers.

Author : Sidney B. Geller
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Computer storage devices
ISBN : UOM:39015077287822

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The Effects of Magnetic Fields on Magnetic Storage Media Used in Computers by Sidney B. Geller Pdf

Author : T.W. Hartquist,J. M. Pittard,S.A.E.G. Falle
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2007-05-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402054259

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Diffuse Matter from Star Forming Regions to Active Galaxies by T.W. Hartquist,J. M. Pittard,S.A.E.G. Falle Pdf

John Dyson has contributed to the study of the hydrodynamic processes that govern a wide variety of astrophysical sources which he has helped explain. In this volume dedicated to him, introductory reviews to a number of the key processes and to the sources themselves are given by leading experts. The book provides a coherent introduction to the astrophysics of diffuse sources suitable for postgraduate students and researchers in astrophysics.

Author : Richard Wielebinski,Rainer Beck
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2005-09-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 3540241752

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Cosmic Magnetic Fields by Richard Wielebinski,Rainer Beck Pdf

While magnetic fields permeate the universe on all scales, the present book is dedicated to their investigation on the largest scales and affords a balanced account of both theoretical and observational aspects. Written as a set of advanced lectures and tutorial reviews that lead up to the forefront of research, this book offers both a modern source of reference for the experienced researchers as well as a high-level introductory text for postgraduate students and nonspecialist researchers working in related areas.

Author : Walter Gonzalez,Eugene Parker
Publisher : Springer
Page : 542 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2016-02-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319264325

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Magnetic Reconnection by Walter Gonzalez,Eugene Parker Pdf

This book provides an overview of recent research highlights in the main areas of application of magnetic reconnection (MR), including planetary, solar and magnetospheric physics and astrophysics. It describes how research on magnetic reconnection, especially concerning the Earth's magnetosphere, has grown extensively due to dedicated observations from major satellite missions such as Cluster, Double Star and Themis. The accumulated observations from these missions are being supplemented by many theoretical and modelling efforts, for which large scale computer facilities are successfully being used, and the theoretical advances are also covered in detail. Opening with an introductory discussion of some fundamental issues related to magnetic reconnection, subsequent chapters address topics including collisionless magnetic reconnection, MHD structures in 3D reconnection, energy conversion processes, fast reconnection mediated by plasmoids, rapid reconnection and magnetic field topology. Further chapters consider specific areas of application such as magnetospheric dayside and tail reconnection, comparative reconnection in planetary systems and reconnection in astrophysical systems. The book offers insight into discussions about fundamental concepts and key aspects of MR, access to the full set of applications of MR as presently known in space physics and in astrophysics, and an introduction to a new related area of study dealing with the annihilation of quantum magnetic fluxes and its implications in the study on neutron star activity. The book is aimed primarily at students entering the field, but will also serve as a useful reference text for established scientists and senior researchers.

Author : Cathie Clarke,Robert D. Mathieu,Iain Neill Reid
Publisher : Springer
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2015-09-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783662472903

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Dynamics of Young Star Clusters and Associations by Cathie Clarke,Robert D. Mathieu,Iain Neill Reid Pdf

Where do most stars (and the planetary systems that surround them) in the Milky Way form? What determines whether a young star cluster remains bound (such as an open or globular cluster), or disperses to join the field stars in the disc of the Galaxy? These questions not only impact understanding of the origins of stars and planetary systems like our own (and the potential for life to emerge that they represent), but also galaxy formation and evolution, and ultimately the story of star formation over cosmic time in the Universe. This volume will help readers understand our current views concerning the answers to these questions as well as frame new questions that will be answered by the European Space Agency's Gaia satellite that was launched in late 2013. The book contains the elaborated notes of lectures given at the 42nd Saas-Fee Advanced Course “Dynamics of Young Star Clusters & Associations" by Cathie Clarke (University of Cambridge) who presents the theory of star formation and dynamical evolution of stellar systems, Robert Mathieu (University of Wisconsin) who discusses the kinematics of star clusters and associations, and I. Neill Reid (S pace Telescope Science Institute) who provides an overview of the stellar populations in the Milky Way and speculates on from whence came the Sun. As part of the Saas-Fee Advanced Course Series, the book offers an in-depth introduction to the field serving as a starting point for Ph.D. research and as a reference work for professional astrophysicists.

Author : Andrey Beresnyak,Alexander Lazarian
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2019-07-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783110263282

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Turbulence in Magnetohydrodynamics by Andrey Beresnyak,Alexander Lazarian Pdf

Magnetohydrodynamics describes dynamics in electrically conductive fluids. These occur in our environment as well as in our atmosphere and magnetosphere, and play a role in the sun's interaction with our planet. In most cases these phenomena involve turbulences, and thus are very challenging to understand and calculate. A sound knowledge is needed to tackle these problems. This work gives the basic information on turbulence in nature, comtaining the needed equations, notions and numerical simulations. The current state of our knowledge and future implications of MHD turbulence are outlined systematically. It is indispensable for all scientists engaged in research of our atmosphere and in space science.

Author : S. Böhme,U. Esser,H. Hefele,I. Heinrich,W. Hofmann,D. Krahn,V. R. Matas,L. D. Schmadel,G. Zech
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1180 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2013-12-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783662123829

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Astronomy and Astrophysics Abstracts by S. Böhme,U. Esser,H. Hefele,I. Heinrich,W. Hofmann,D. Krahn,V. R. Matas,L. D. Schmadel,G. Zech Pdf

From the reviews: Astronomy and Astrophysics Abstracts has appeared in semi-annual volumes since 1969 and it has already become one of the fundamental publications in the fields of astronomy, astrophysics and neighbouring sciences. It is the most important English-language abstracting journal in the mentioned branches. ... The abstracts are classified under more than hundred subject categories, thus permitting a quick survey of the whole extended material. The AAA is a valuable and important publication for all students and scientists working in the fields of astronomy and related sciences. As such it represents a necessary ingredient of any astronomical library all over the world." Space Science Reviews #1 "Dividing the whole field plus related subjects into 108 categories, each work is numbered and most are accompanied by brief abstracts. Fairly comprehensive cross-referencing links relevant papers to more than one category, and exhaustive author and subject indices are to be found at the back, making the catalogues easy to use. The series appears to be so complete in its coverage and always less than a year out of date that I shall certainly have to make a little more space on those shelves for future volumes." The Observatory Magazine #1

Author : James Lequeux
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2005-08-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540266938

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The Interstellar Medium by James Lequeux Pdf

Describing interstellar matter in our galaxy in all of its various forms, this book also considers the physical and chemical processes that are occurring within this matter. The first seven chapters present the various components making up the interstellar matter and detail the ways that we are able to study them. The following seven chapters are devoted to the physical, chemical and dynamical processes that control the behaviour of interstellar matter. These include the instabilities and cloud collapse processes that lead to the formation of stars. The last chapter summarizes the transformations that can occur between the different phases of the interstellar medium. Emphasizing methods over results, The Interstellar Medium is written for graduate students, for young astronomers, and also for any researchers who have developed an interest in the interstellar medium.

Author : Rudolf von Steiger,R. Lallement,M.A. Lee
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400917828

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The Heliosphere in the Local Interstellar Medium by Rudolf von Steiger,R. Lallement,M.A. Lee Pdf

In summary, we can conclude that the contributions of the different ionization processes to the total ionization rate for the most abundant interstellar species are basically known. The ionization of the noble gases He and Ne is almost completely dominated by photoionization, whereas for H charge-exchange with the solar wind is most important. For other species, such as 0 and Ar, both processes contribute significantly. Electron impact ionization can typically contribute by '" 10% to the total rate in the inner Solar System. Because direct measurements of the solar EUV flux are not yet continuously available, the variation of the ionization rate over the solar cycle still contains a relatively large uncertainty. The recent measurements of pickup ion distributions and of the neutral helium gas provide an independent tool to determine the total ionization rate that can be used to cross calibrate with the results obtained for the individual ionization processes. Acknowledgements The authors are grateful to M. Allen for supplying us with new data on photoioniza tion cross-sections compiled by him. We thank also M. Gruntman for drawing our attention to and support in collecting the most recent data on charge-exchange cross-sections. D. R. was supported by grant No. 2 P03C. 004. 09 from the Com mittee for Scientific Research (Poland). This work was also supported in part through NASA contract NAS7-918, NSF Grant INT-911637, NASA Grant NAGW- 2579.

Author : Madeleine F. Barnothy
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781468483529

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Biological Effects of Magnetic Fields by Madeleine F. Barnothy Pdf

We define biomagnetism broadly as the science of processes and functions in living organisms induced by static magnetic fields. Biomagnetic research has greatly increased since the publication of the first volume of this series. While much of this work has been reported in various international journals, there exists a need for this work to be collected together in one place. This book covers a rather wide area of research, both with respect to the strength of the field, ranging from "zero" to 150,000 oersteds, and with respect to the various specimens and their biological functions. It is designed primarly to help clarify the action of magnetic fields on biological systems with the hope of achieving a better understanding of the fundamental physiological processes occurring in them. In some chapters it is suggested that magnetic fields could ultimately be used in the treatment of disease. I would like to take this occasion to thank the contributors for their generous interest and willing cooperation. M. F. B. June 1969 Chicago, Illinois v CONTRIBUTORS Robert A. Abler, Varian Associates, Palo Alto, California (page 1). M. M. Alexandrovskaya, Institute of Higher Nervous Activity and Neuro physiology, Academy of Sciences, Moscow, USSR (page 215). Jena M. Barnothy, Biomagnetic Research Foundation, Evanston, Illinois (page 61). Madeleine F. Barnothy, College of Pharmacy, University of Illinois, Chicago, Illinois (pages xi, 103). Robert O. Becker, State University of New York, Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse; Veterans Administration Hospital, Syracuse, New York (page 207).

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : UOM:39015072689824

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Magnetic fields in the universe II by Anonim Pdf

Author : Susanne Pfalzner,Carsten Kramer,Christian Straubmeier,Andreas Heithausen
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 667 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642189029

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The Dense Interstellar Medium in Galaxies by Susanne Pfalzner,Carsten Kramer,Christian Straubmeier,Andreas Heithausen Pdf

The Cologne-Bonn-Zermatt symposium is a well established series of conferences, occurring on a 5-year cycle, on the dense interstellar medium and related topics. The main results constitute valuable proceedings that offer everyone working in this field an authoritative and comprehensive source of reference.