Física de plasma espacial utilizando simula»c~ao computacional de partículas

Abstract

In this paper we invite the readers to discover the world of "computational experiments" (or computer simu-lation) of space plasmas. The computational experiment is similar to those traditionally made in laboratory. It is not purpose to solve all the physical problems that remain misunderstood, but provides a powerful tool to help physicists (scientists) in the search of their solution. We present some characteristics of computer simulations and examples where these simulations can be applied. For a better understanding of this paper it is recommended that the reader have a basic knowledge in plasma physics and electromagnetism, since we use these concepts to develop this work. © by the Sociedade Brasileira de Física.