Understanding Z-Field Compression: A Beginner's Guide

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Start date Mar 3, 2014
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Z-field compression refers to a magnetic confinement technique used primarily in plasma physics, particularly in the context of fusion energy. It involves compressing plasma along the z-direction to enhance stability and confinement, which is crucial for achieving the conditions necessary for nuclear fusion. This method is often associated with black hole physics due to the extreme gravitational and magnetic fields involved. Understanding z-field compression can provide insights into advanced energy generation and astrophysical phenomena. Further information can be found in resources like the Wikipedia page on plasma pinch.

Mar 3, 2014

outspoken

Hello everyone,

I know nothing about physics - i can barely spell the word. I am curious if anyone can explain to me what z-field compression is? I think its related to black holes?

Much appreciated

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Mar 4, 2014

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It is a magnetic confinement in one direction (called the z-direction).
See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinch_(plasma_physics )

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