This second edition of a popular textbook is thoroughly revised with around 25% new and updated
content. It provides an introduction to both plasma physics and fusion technology at a level
that can be understood by advanced undergraduates and graduate students in the physical
sciences and related engineering disciplines. As such the contents cover various plasma
confinement concepts the support technologies needed to confine the plasma and the designs of
ITER as well as future fusion reactors. With end of chapter problems for use in courses.
