Plasma and Fluid Turbulence: Theory and Modelling

This text is founded on the belief that the co-operation of theory and modelling with direct numerical simulation and experimental observations is indispensable for forming a firm understanding of the evolution of nature, in this case the theory and modelling of plasma and fluid turbulence. In this book, modelling methodologies are explained in depth with regard to turbulence phenomena and turbulent transport in both fluids and plasmas, with special attention being paid to structural formation and transitions. The theme of the work is to show the underlying ideas describing the turbulence, turbulent transport and the structural transitions in plasmas and fluids. By comparing and contrasting turbulence in fluids and plasmas, the authors demonstrate the underlying basic physical principles common to fluids and plasmas, whilst particular differences are highlighted.