Supernovae And Gamma Ray Bursters

Author : Kurt Weiler
Publisher : Springer
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2008-01-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540458630

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Since the dawn of mankind, observers of the sky have wondered at the sudden appearance of new stars on the seemingly unchanging heavens and, for at least 2000 years, have recorded these phenomena in their annals and archives. Even in more modern times, since the discovery of SN1885A in S Andromeda which ?gured in the important “island universe” discussions of the 1920’s, the puzzle of supernovae (SNe) has played an important role in astrophysics. Only with the seminal work of Fritz Zwicky and Walter Baade in the 1930’s did we begin to understand the di?erences between novae and SNe and the importance of SNe as the fonts of energy for the interstellar medium and as drivers of chemical evolution in galaxies. As recently as the 1940’s and 1950’s the early days of radio astronomy were heavily in?uenced by the familiar names of Cassiopeia A and Taurus A, two young supernova remnants, and two Nobel prizes have been awarded for discovery and study of a related phenomenon, pulsars. In spite of the great age of the study of SNe, since at least the Chinese records of SN185and probably earlier, the ?eld is, in fact, very young having only attracted a large devoted following since the spectacular Type II SN1987A in the Large Magellanic Cloud, the ?rst naked-eye SN in more than 400 years.

Author : Kurt Weiler
Publisher : Springer
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2003-04-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 3540440534

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Supernovae and Gamma-Ray Bursters by Kurt Weiler Pdf

Since the dawn of mankind, observers of the sky have wondered at the sudden appearance of new stars on the seemingly unchanging heavens and, for at least 2000 years, have recorded these phenomena in their annals and archives. Even in more modern times, since the discovery of SN1885A in S Andromeda which ?gured in the important “island universe” discussions of the 1920’s, the puzzle of supernovae (SNe) has played an important role in astrophysics. Only with the seminal work of Fritz Zwicky and Walter Baade in the 1930’s did we begin to understand the di?erences between novae and SNe and the importance of SNe as the fonts of energy for the interstellar medium and as drivers of chemical evolution in galaxies. As recently as the 1940’s and 1950’s the early days of radio astronomy were heavily in?uenced by the familiar names of Cassiopeia A and Taurus A, two young supernova remnants, and two Nobel prizes have been awarded for discovery and study of a related phenomenon, pulsars. In spite of the great age of the study of SNe, since at least the Chinese records of SN185and probably earlier, the ?eld is, in fact, very young having only attracted a large devoted following since the spectacular Type II SN1987A in the Large Magellanic Cloud, the ?rst naked-eye SN in more than 400 years.

Author : Maurice H. P. M. van Putten
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2005-12-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139446464

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Gravitational Radiation, Luminous Black Holes and Gamma-Ray Burst Supernovae by Maurice H. P. M. van Putten Pdf

Black holes and gravitational radiation are two of the most dramatic predictions of general relativity. The quest for rotating black holes - discovered by Roy P. Kerr as exact solutions to the Einstein equations - is one of the most exciting challenges facing physicists and astronomers. Gravitational Radiation, Luminous Black Holes and Gamma-Ray Burst Supernovae takes the reader through the theory of gravitational radiation and rotating black holes, and the phenomenology of GRB-supernovae. Topics covered include Kerr black holes and the frame-dragging of spacetime, luminous black holes, compact tori around black holes, and black-hole spin interactions. It concludes with a discussion of prospects for gravitational-wave detections of a long-duration burst in gravitational-waves as a method of choice for identifying Kerr black holes in the Universe. This book is ideal for a special topics graduate course on gravitational-wave astronomy and as an introduction to those interested in this contemporary development in physics.

Author : Mario Livio,Nino Panagia,Kailash Sahu
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2001-07-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521791413

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Supernovae and Gamma-Ray Bursts by Mario Livio,Nino Panagia,Kailash Sahu Pdf

Covers both observations and theoretical developments in the area; valuable for researchers and graduate students.

Author : Peter Höflich,Pawan Kumar,J. Craig Wheeler
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2004-12-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 113945661X

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Cosmic Explosions in Three Dimensions by Peter Höflich,Pawan Kumar,J. Craig Wheeler Pdf

Supernovae and gamma-ray bursts are the strongest explosions in the Universe. Observations show that, rather than being symmetrical, they are driven by strong jets of energy and other asymmetrical effects. These observations demand theories and computations that challenge the biggest computers. This volume marks the transition to a fresh paradigm in the study of stellar explosions. It highlights the burgeoning era of routine supernova polarimetry and the insights into core collapse and thermonuclear explosions. With chapters by leading scientists, the book summarises the status of a fresh perspective on stellar explosions and should be a valuable resource for graduate students and research scientists.

Author : Peter Höflich,Pawan Kumar,J. Craig Wheeler
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2004-12-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521842867

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Cosmic Explosions in Three Dimensions by Peter Höflich,Pawan Kumar,J. Craig Wheeler Pdf

Recent observations have demonstrated that supernovae and gamma ray bursts are driven by strong jets of energy and other asymmetrical effects that reveal unknown physical properties. This volume highlights the burgeoning era of routine supernova polarimetry and the new insights into core collapse and thermonuclear explosions. Chapters by leading scientists summarize the status of a rapidly developing perspective on stellar explosions in a valuable resource for graduate students and research scientists.

Author : Alain Mazure,Stéphane Basa
Publisher : Praxis
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2008-11-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0387560750

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Exploding Superstars by Alain Mazure,Stéphane Basa Pdf

The exceptional cosmic history and the fabulous destinies of exploding stars – supernovae and gamma-ray bursters – are highly fertile areas of research and are also very special tools to further our understanding of the universe. In this book, cosmologists Dr Alain Mazure and Dr Stéphane Basa throw light on the assemblage of facts, hypotheses and cosmological conclusions and show how these ‘beacons’ illuminate their immediate surroundings and allow us to study the vast cosmos, like searchlights revealing the matter comprising our universe.

Author : Gilbert Vedrenne,Jean-Luc Atteia
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 613 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2009-03-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540390886

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Gamma-Ray Bursts by Gilbert Vedrenne,Jean-Luc Atteia Pdf

Since their discovery was first announced in 1973, gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) have been among the most fascination objects in the universe. While the initial mystery has gone, the fascination continues, sustained by the close connection linking GRBs with some of the most fundamental topics in modern astrophysics and cosmology. Both authors have been active in GRB observations for over two decades and have produced an outstanding account on both the history and the perspectives of GRB research.

Author : E.E. Fenimore,Mark Galassi
Publisher : American Institute of Physics
Page : 812 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2004-10-21
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015059173479

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Gamma-Ray Bursts: 30 Years of Discovery by E.E. Fenimore,Mark Galassi Pdf

In the last thirty years, gamma-ray bursts have grown from an oddity to a central position in astrophysics. Not only are they the largest explosions since the big bang, capable of flooding most of the universe with gamma-rays, but their brilliance serves as a backlight that can illuminate the cosmos far deeper into the early universe than any other object. Their unpredictability has forced researchers to use extreme measures to observe them: completely autonomous satellites and robotic ground-based telescopes. Their bizarre physical properties have pushed us to develop new theories of astrophysical explosions. Topics include: global properties of GRBs; X-ray flashes; ultra-high energy gamma-rays, neutrinos, gravity waves; prompt emission and early afterglows; relativistic jets and polarization; GRB030329; GRB progenitors; GRB connection to supernovae; dark versus bright GRBs; late afterglows; GRBs and cosmology; general observations; general theory; analysis and observation techniques; present satellites; Swift satellite; future satellites; and robotic observing systems.

Author : Stefan Immler,Kurt Weiler,Richard McCray
Publisher : American Inst. of Physics
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2007-10-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 0735404488

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Supernova 1987A: 20 Years After by Stefan Immler,Kurt Weiler,Richard McCray Pdf

The discovery of supernova (SN) 1987A has led to the rise of a new branch in astronomy and astrophysics which is solely devoted to this object. In this proceedings book, all aspects of the broad SN 1987A research topics are covered and all observed wavelength regimes are discussed. The proceedings book further includes other SNe of all types, SN cosmology and Gamma-Ray Bursts (GRBs), with emphasis on SN/GRB connections. This volume will is for all those interested in astronomy.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : PediaPress
Page : 67 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2024-05-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Classes of Supernovae by Anonim Pdf

Author : Chryssa Kouveliotou,Ralph A. M. J. Wijers,Stan Woosley
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2012-11-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139576482

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Gamma-ray Bursts by Chryssa Kouveliotou,Ralph A. M. J. Wijers,Stan Woosley Pdf

Cosmic gamma ray bursts (GRBs) have fascinated scientists and the public alike since their discovery in the late 1960s. Their story is told here by some of the scientists who participated in their discovery and, after many decades of false starts, solved the problem of their origin. Fourteen chapters by active researchers in the field present a detailed history of the discovery, a comprehensive theoretical description of GRB central engine and emission models, a discussion of GRB host galaxies and a guide to how GRBs can be used as cosmological tools. Observations are grouped into three sets from the satellites CGRO, BeppoSAX and Swift, and followed by a discussion of multi-wavelength observations. This is the first edited volume on GRB astrophysics that presents a fully comprehensive review of the subject. Utilizing the latest research, Gamma-ray Bursts is an essential desktop companion for graduate students and researchers in astrophysics.

Author : Chryssa Kouveliotou,Ralph A. M. J. Wijers,Stan Woosley
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2012-11-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780521662093

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Gamma-ray Bursts by Chryssa Kouveliotou,Ralph A. M. J. Wijers,Stan Woosley Pdf

A comprehensive graduate-level review of GRB astrophysics and its history, featuring the latest research by an international team of experts.

Author : Jonathan I. Katz
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2002-06-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780198033332

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The Biggest Bangs by Jonathan I. Katz Pdf

Gamma-ray bursts are the most violent events since the birth of the universe. They are about ten times more energetic than the most powerful supernovae. At their peak, gamma-ray bursts are the brightest objects in space, about 100,000 times brighter than an entire galaxy. And yet until recently these titanic eruptions were the most mysterious events in astronomy. In The Biggest Bangs, astrophysicist Jonathan Katz offers a fascinating account of the scientific quest to unravel the mystery of these incredible phenomena. With an eye for colorful detail and a talent for translating scientific jargon into plain English, Katz ranges from the accidental discovery of gamma-ray bursts (by a Cold War satellite system monitoring the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty) to the frustrating but ultimately successful efforts to localize these bursts in distant galaxies. He describes the theories, the equipment (the most recent breakthrough was made with a telescope you could carry under your arm), and the pioneers who have finally begun to explain these strange bursts. And along the way, he offers important lessons about science itself, arguing that "small science" is as valuable as institutionalized "big science," that observations are more the product of advances in technology than of theory, and that theory is only "the concentrated essence of experiment." With the advent of the space age a mere 40 years ago, we have grown used to strangeness in the universe--and confident in science's ability to explain it. In The Biggest Bangs, Jonathan Katz shows that there are still wonders out there that exceed the bounds of our imagination and defy our ability to understand them.

Author : Peter W. A. Roming,Nobuyuki Kawai,Elena Pian
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 478 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 1107019796

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Death of Massive Stars (IAU S279) by Peter W. A. Roming,Nobuyuki Kawai,Elena Pian Pdf

Massive stars end their lives in fiery explosions and are manifest as core collapse supernovae (CCSNe) or gamma-ray bursts (GRBs). In rare cases, a highly stripped massive star explodes and exhibits properties of both CCSNe and GRBs. In contrast, there are clear cases in which no bright supernova is found to be associated with a GRB, and vice versa. The quest in understanding supernovae and GRBs, and the connection between them, has raised many questions. Since the elements synthesized in the explosion of massive stars are the building blocks for much of the visible Universe, it is important to understand the life cycle of these massive stars. IAU Symposium 279 brings together international leaders who study CCSNe and GRBs to discuss their environments and hosts, progenitors, and subsequent explosions, as well as multiwavelength observations of these objects and their implications as cosmological probes, particularly in the very early Universe.