Abstract
Parametric decay of an obliquely (to the magnetic field) propagating electron plasma wave to an obliquely propagating electron plasma sideband and a lower hybrid wave is studied. This decay process is then considered as a cascade channel for electron plasma waves to broaden their downshifted frequency spectra. The dependence of the threshold pump field on the number of cascade is determined.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 244-248 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Physics Letters, Section A: General, Atomic and Solid State Physics |
Volume | 307 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Feb 3 2003 |
Keywords
- Cascade
- Electron waves
- Lower hybrid waves
- Parametric instability
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Physics and Astronomy