Japanese physicists have developed a groundbreaking method for analyzing turbulent plasma, drawing on the principles of quantum mechanics. This innovative approach, led by researchers from the National Institute for Fusion Science and the Komazawa University, offers a new way to study complex interactions within plasma, which is crucial for understanding fusion reactors.
The team introduced the Multi-Field Singular Value Decomposition (MFSVD) method, which allows for the simultaneous analysis of multiple physical parameters, such as density, temperature, and electrical potential. This breakthrough enables scientists to identify previously unobservable relationships between plasma flows and instabilities, something that was practically impossible before.
Unlike traditional methods that analyze turbulence on individual waves, the new approach allows scientists to observe localized structures and their interactions. The team utilized quantum physics instruments, including the entropy of Neumann and the entropy of the momentum, to comprehensively assess the structure of turbulence and the interactions of the turbulent models. According to the scientists, the method is promising not only for plasma physics but also for studying complex systems in meteorology, oceanography, and even social and transportation networks. The future plans involve combining theoretical principles with real-world experimental data.