Title :
Numerical Integration of the Boltzmann Equation in Two and Three Spacial Dimensions
Author :
Zimmerman, W.R. ; Bowen, L.H.
Author_Institution :
Electro Magnetic Applications, Incorporated 1025 Hermosa Drive SE (87108) P. O. Box 8482 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87198
Abstract :
In this paper, a numerical approach is developed to integrate the Boltzmann equation in two and three spacial dimensions. The resulting computer code is used to reproduce the HDL electron beam experiment. This approach should provide an alternative to cloud-in-cell particle tracking methods for problems where a coarse representation of the velocity space distribution function is acceptable.
Keywords :
Application software; Boltzmann equation; Distribution functions; Drag; Electromagnetic forces; Electrons; Finite difference methods; Hardware design languages; Maxwell equations; Plasma simulation;
Journal_Title :
Nuclear Science, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TNS.1985.4337013
