Course detail
Plasma Physics and Diagnostics
FEKT-MPC-FPLAcad. year: 2020/2021
This course is an introduction to plasma science. The following topics are presented during a semester:
Plasma state properties. Introduction to kinetic theory of gases. Motion of charged particles in electric and/or magnetic fields. Gas discharges. Electric arc plasma. Plasma radiation and introduction to the plasma diagnostics. Ther,odynamic and transport properties of plasmas. Low temperature plasmas. Introduction to the nuclear fusion. Plasma technology. Lecture on switching arc plasmas given by expert from industry.
Language of instruction
Number of ECTS credits
Mode of study
Guarantor
Learning outcomes of the course unit
- recognize characteristics of the plasma state and illustrate its properties;
- give examples of the plasma state either in nature or in industrial practice;
- demonstrate skills in a mathematical modeling of a plasma;
- use mathematical formulas for description of basic plasma processes;
- define kinetic processes in a plasma state;
- describe transport and thermodynamic properties in a plasma;
- describe collision processes in a plasma;
- analyse motion of charged particles in both electric and magnetic fields;
- characterize various gas discharges;
- describe DC and AC arc plasmas;
- recognize basic plasma diagnostic methods;
- explain principles of nuclear fusion as a source of energy.
Prerequisites
Co-requisites
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes
- written test, up to 20 pts;
- numerical and laboratory projects, up to 45 pts;
- final written test, up to 35 pts
Final written test will be conducted via Moodle
Course curriculum
2. Plasma technology - introduction.
3. Charged particles motion.
4. Introduction to kinetic theory of gases.
5. Classification of gas discharges.
6. Electric arc, switching arc.
7. Plasma diagnostics.
8. Thermodynamic and transport properties of a plasma.
9. Non-isothermal plasma.
10. Plasma radiation.
11. Lasers.
12. Controlled thermonuclear fusion.
13. Summary, final test.
Work placements
Aims
- to develop problem solving skills in plasma technologies;
- to become aware of the role of plasma physics in industrial sphere;
- to recognize basic methods of plasma diagnostics in quenching chambers of switchgear, plasma torches and other plasma devices.
Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences
Recommended optional programme components
Prerequisites and corequisites
Basic literature
F. F. Chen: Úvod do fyziky plazmatu, Academia, Praha, 1984 (CS)
V. Aubrecht: Fyzika a diagnostika plazmatu, e-text, 2013, VUT v Brně (CS)
Recommended reading
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Classification of course in study plans
- Programme MPC-EEN Master's 1 year of study, winter semester, compulsory-optional
- Programme MPC-SVE Master's 1 year of study, winter semester, compulsory-optional
- Programme MPC-EAK Master's 1 year of study, winter semester, compulsory-optional
- Programme MPC-BIO Master's 0 year of study, winter semester, compulsory-optional
Type of course unit
Lecture
Teacher / Lecturer
Syllabus
2. Plasma technology - introduction.
3. Charged particles motion.
4. Introduction to kinetic theory of gases.
5. Classification of gas discharges.
6. Electric arc, switching arc.
7. Plasma diagnostics.
8. Therma plasma modelling.
9. Plasma sources of radiation, gaseous lasers. 10. Plasma as a source of motion, ion and plasma 11. Other plasma applications.
12. Controlled thermonuclear fusion.
13. Summary, final test.
Exercise in computer lab
Teacher / Lecturer
Syllabus
2. Plasma definition
3. Plasma frequency
4. Collision frequency
5. Debye lenght
6. Particle motion in E and/or B fields
7. Introduction to distribution function in plasmas
8. Continuity equation
9. Plasma radiation
10. Final exercise, evaluation, credits
Laboratory exercise
Teacher / Lecturer
Syllabus
2. Experimental prediction of electrodes temperature.
3. Measurement of DC arc E-I characteristics.
4. Measurement of AC arc E-I characteristics.
5. Measurement of relative temperature distribution in AC electric arc.
6. Application of equidensitometry method to the electric arc shape prediction.
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