General Dynamo Theory

Solar dynamo graphic

Dynamo theory explores different models for creating magnetic fields from rotating astronomical bodies, including stars and planets.

Parent Topic

Plasma Physics Processes and Universal Processes

Lectures

General Dynamo Theory
- Dana Longcope, 2021
  - Why Do the Earth and Sun Have Magnetic Fields? (PDF)
  - Video: Why Do the Earth and Sun Have Magnetic Fields?
Solar And Stellar Dynamos
- Matthias Rempelm, 2024
  - Dynamos (PDF)
  - Video: From the Sun to stars and planets: Applications of dynamo theory
Planetary Dynamo
- Sabine Stanley, 2021
  - Planetary Fields and Dynamos (PDF)
  - Video: Planetary Fields and Dynamos
    (begins at 1:50:40 mark)

Book Chapters

Principles: Chapter 4
Vol. 1, Chapter 3
Vol. 3, Chapter 5, 6, and 7

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