Abstract
Particle trajectory calculations were conducted based on TS-4 magnetic probe data in the R-Z plane assuming axisymmetry. An acceleration mechanism for electrons trapped in a merging Spheromak during the formation of a FRC that is causally connected to the out of plane E φ field during reconnection is found. The energy profile resembles a stair step like motion as the electron is accelerated from the reconnection E field on multiple passes confined to constant magnetic field lines.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 411-416 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | IEEJ Transactions on Fundamentals and Materials |
Volume | 132 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2012 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- FRC
- Magnetic reconnection
- Particle acceleration
- Plasma simulation
- Spheromak
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering