Magnetotail reconnection, MHD theory and simulationsMagnetotail reconnection leading to plasmoid formation and ejection is discussed, emphasizing three-dimensional structures and deviations from earlier imposed symmetries, based on MHD simulations and topological considerations. In general, the separation of the plasmoid takes a finite amount of time. During this stage the plasmoid is characterized by filamentary structures of interwoven flux tubes with different topological connections.
Document ID
19890015642
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Birn, J. (Los Alamos National Lab. NM., United States)
Hesse, M. (Ruhr Univ. Bochum (Germany, F.R.)., United States)
Schindler, K. (Ruhr Univ., Bochum, Germany F.R. , United States)
Date Acquired
September 5, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1989
Publication Information
Publication: ESA, Proceedings of an International School and Workshop on Reconnection in Space Plasma, Volume 2