Multidimensional simulations using hybrid particles codes

Abstract In this paper the advantages and disadvantages of using a hybrid particle code approach to simulate highly nonlinear plasma phenomena on scale lengths beyond the Debye length are discussed. The formalism for building hybrid codes is discussed. It is shown that many features not attainable with traditional MHD formalisms can be simulated on scale sizes that can approach planetary scales. Results of 2 1 2 and 3-D simulations will be discussed to demonstrate the strengths and weakness of this approach.

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