Abstract
We theoretically investigate the effects of the nonthermal polarization force acting on dust grains in an inhomogeneous plasma containing Maxwellian electrons, nonthermal ions, and fluid negatively charged dust grains. The effects of this polarization force are significantly modified due to the presence of the nonthermal ions. In particular, an increase of the relative fraction of the nonthermal ions leads to a decrease of the polarization parameter. The modifications arising in the propagation of weak dust-acoustic (DA) solitary waves due to the presence of this nonthermal polarization force are then analyzed. As the magnitude of the polarization force increases, the energy carried by the DA soliton experiences a depletion.
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.
