Abstract
A statistical model for soliton-particle interaction is presented. A master equation is derived for the time evolution of the particle velocity distribution as induced by resonant interaction with Korteweg-de Vries solitons. The detailed energy balance during the interaction subsequently determines the evolution of the soliton amplitude distribution. The analysis applies equally well for weakly nonlinear plasma waves in a strongly magnetized waveguide, or for ion acoustic waves propagating in one-dimensional systems.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Physica Scripta. Topical Issues |
Volume | 33 |
Issue number | 6 |
Pages (from-to) | 523-526 |
ISSN | 0281-1847 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1986 |