NASA NTRS · 19870024491
Simulations of collisionless shocks
Abstract
A problem of critical importance to space and astrophysics is the existence and properties of high-Mach-number shocks. In this letter the results of simulations of perpendicular shocks with Alfven Mach number 22 are presented. It is shown that the shock structure is a sensitive function of resistivity, becoming turbulent when the resistivity is too low. The problem of electron heating, and the extension of the results to higher Mach numbers are discussed.
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Quest, K. B.. 1986-01-01. Simulations of collisionless shocks. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19870024491
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