Abstract

The eigen equation of pitch-angle distribution derived from the slowing-down distribution equation with an energetic particle source term is solved by using the Legendre series expansion method. An iteration matrix is established when pitch-angle scattering terms become important. The whole pitch-angle region is separated into three parts, two passing regions, and one trapped area. The slowing-down distribution for each region is finally obtained. The method is applied to solve the slowing-down equations with source terms that the pitch-angle distribution is Maxwellian-like, neutral beam injection, and radial drifts. The distribution functions are convergent for each source with different pitch-angle distribution. The method is suitable for solving a kinetic equation that pitch-angle scattering collision is important.

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