Theoretical and Computational Physics of Gas Discharge Phenomena

This work concerns the computational modelling of the dynamics of partially ionized gases, with emphasis on electrodischarge processes. Understanding gas discharges is fundamental for many processes in mechanics, manufacturing, materials science, and aerospace engineering.

This second edition has been expanded to include the latest developments in the field, especially regarding the drift-diffusion model and rarefied hypersonic flow.

Auteur

Sergey T. Surzhikov, Institute for Problems in Mechanics, Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow, Russia.

Résumé

The series Texts and Monographs in Theoretical Physics collects advanced texts on selected topics from the broad and varied field of Theoretical Physics. The works in the series will enable the readers to get a deep understanding of current topics in Theoretical Physics, with a special emphasis on recent developments. They are aimed at advanced students and researchers in theoretical and mathematical physics, and can also serve as secondary reading for lectures and seminars at post-graduate levels.