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Plasma Simulations by Example
The study of plasmas (ionized gases) is crucial to improving our understanding of the universe. Plasmas also play a role in many engineering applications, including spacecraft thrusters, plasma medicine, and fusion energy. The goal of this book is to introduce the reader to the numerical methods on which plasma simulations are based with the help of easy to follow C++ examples. The book focuses primarily on the kinetic Particle in Cell (PIC) method, but fluid approaches are also covered. This text will be invaluable to advanced undergraduates, graduate students, or researchers entering the field of numerical plasma physics.