Abstract
We present a detailed study of fluctuations in a laboratory current sheet undergoing magnetic reconnection. The measurements reveal the presence of lower-hybrid-frequency-range fluctuations on the edge of current sheets produced in the magnetic reconnection experiment (MRX). The measured fluctuation characteristics are consistent with theoretical predictions for the lower-hybrid drift instability (LHDI). Our observations suggest that the LHDI turbulence alone cannot explain the observed fast reconnection rate in MRX.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 4 |
Number of pages | 1 |
Journal | Physical Review Letters |
Volume | 88 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2002 |
Externally published | Yes |