The nonlinear amplification of magnetic fields by cosmic rays at supernova remnant shocks

Journal article

A central problem in the theory of cosmic ray acceleration at supernova shock fronts is the generation of turbulent magnetic fields needed to scatter particles across a shock front. In this paper we build on previous studies [1], [2] into the effect of streaming cosmic rays produced by the outer shocks of supernova remnants on the stochastic component of the magnetic field. A three dimensional, MHD code has been constructed which demonstrates the nonlinear growth of the turbulent field.

Authors: Reville, B; Duffy, P; O'Sullivan, S

• Journal: 33rd EPS Conference on Plasma Physics 2006, EPS 2006
• Volume: 2
• Pages: 1400-1403
• Publication date: 2006-01-01
• Language: English