Self-consistent electrostatic simulations of reforming double layers in the downward current region of the aurora
The plasma on a magnetic field line in the downward current region of the aurora is simulated using a Vlasov model. It is found that an electric field parallel to the magnetic fields is supported by a double layer moving toward higher altitude. The double layer accelerates electrons upward, and...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Copernicus Publications
2015-10-01
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| Series: | Annales Geophysicae |
| Online Access: | https://www.ann-geophys.net/33/1331/2015/angeo-33-1331-2015.pdf |