Theoretical interpretation of Traveling Interplanetary Phenomena and their solar originsA review is made of recent theoretical studies on Traveling Interplanetary Phenomena (TIP) and their possible solar origins in the context of mathematical methods and physical processes. Flare-generated interplanetary shocks are used as examples to illustrate the following set of contrasting approaches to the phenomena: analytical vs numerical, hydrodynamic vs magnetohydrodynamic, dissipative vs non-dissipative, continuum/macroscopic vs kinetic/microscopic. It is suggested in conclusion that future research should emphasize continuum/macroscopic physical processes together with the kinetic approach to deepen understanding of microscopic interactions.
Document ID
19810043265
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Wu, S. T. (Alabama, University Huntsville, Ala., United States)
Date Acquired
August 11, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1980
Subject Category
Astrophysics
Meeting Information
Meeting: Symposium on Solar and interplanetary dynamics