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A dusty plasma (or complex plasma) is a plasma (ionized gas) in which relatively massive particulates (dust grains) are embedded. Dusty plasmas occur widely in nature and show great industrial potential. This volume reports on the latest developments in dusty plasma physics, from astrophysical to space to laboratory environments. Theoretical and computer simulation advances cover topics such as linear instabilities, nonlinear wave phenomena, and plasma sheaths. Experimental results deal with exciting areas such as particle coagulation, plasma crystals, plasma voids, and microgravity experiments. Four comprehensive overview papers are presented on dusty plasmas in: astrophysics and cosmology, the solar system, and the ionosphere and its environment, as well as on the structure and dynamics of strongly non-ideal plasmas. In addition, eight topical reviews are included, as well as about 90 short research papers.

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In this volume a thorough review is given of waves in dusty plasmas, a fascinating new domain combining plasmas and charged dust, two omnipresent ingredients of the Universe. Spokes and braids observed in the rings of Saturn cannot be explained by gravitation alone, but need the presence of charged dust. Other examples abound, as in zodiacal light, noctilucent clouds, comets and molecular clouds. After discussing charging mechanisms, supported by exciting new experiments, and space observations, the book describes extensions of known plasma modes covering the low frequencies typical for charged dust. Mixing detailed theoretical steps with summaries of expert contributions, a systematic multi-species treatment puts the literature in perspective, suitable also for newcomers. Typical complications like fluctuating dust charges, self-gravitational effects, and size distributions are dealt with, before ending with an outlook to future work and open questions. In this way, experts as well as interested newcomers will find a reliable guide, not just a compendium.

Plasma astrophysics --- Plasma waves --- Dusty plasmas --- Dusty plasmas. --- Plasma astrophysics. --- Plasma waves.

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Dusty Plasmas Physics, Chemistry and Technological Impacts in Plasma Processing Edited by Andre Bouchoule Universite d'Orleans, France Dusty Plasmas gives the reader a thorough overview of current knowledge on many aspects of the subject, from the basic science to technological implications. The basic physics and chemistry of dusty plasmas developed in the first two chapters are complemented by the more practical considerations of diagnostics and technological implications in the two final chapters. The book will be of interest to those already involved in or just discovering dusty plasmas in their research and/or industrial activity.* Physics and Modelling of Dusty Plasmas* Sources and Growth of Particles* Diagnostics of a Dusty Plasma* Technological Impacts of Dusty Plasmas

Dusty plasmas. --- Plasma (Ionized gases) --- Plasma chemistry. --- Plasma engineering. --- Plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition. --- Industrial applications.