Abstract
Three computer models simulating the motion of a plasma in both one and two dimensions were applied to the sheet or planar pinch. Both the relativistic regime, including retardation effects, and the non-relativistic regime were investigated. In all cases both electric and magnetic interactions were allowed. The sheet pinch was completely stable both to spreading and fast wave instabilities, but exhibited tearing-mode instabilities in the slow wave regime. Typically the tearing consisted of an initial breakup into multiple strands which subsequently underwent coalescence.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
