Dynamics of Emitting Electrons in Strong Electromagnetic Fields
Abstract
We derive a modified non-perturbative Lorentz-Abraham-Dirac equation. It satisfies the proper conservation laws, particularly, it conserves the generalized momentum, the latter property eliminates the symmetry-breaking runaway solution. The equation allows a consistent calculation of the electron current, the radiation effect on the electron momentum, and the radiation itself, for a single electron or plasma electrons in strong electromagnetic fields. The equation is applied to a simulation of a strong laser pulse interaction with a plasma target. Some analytical solutions are also provided.
Cite
@article{arxiv.0904.0405,
title = {Dynamics of Emitting Electrons in Strong Electromagnetic Fields},
author = {Igor V. Sokolov and Natalia M. Naumova and John A. Nees and Gerard A. Mourou and Victor P. Yanovsky},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:0904.0405},
year = {2009}
}
Comments
The original form of this paper was submitted to Phys. Rev. Lett. on August 3, 2008. The current version of the paper is substantially extended and includes modifications resulting from points raised during the review process