Publikationsdatum:
2019-07-13
Beschreibung:
Theoretical models for X-ray burst sources that invoke thermonuclear flashes on the surface layers of an accreting neutron star are discussed. The historical development of X-ray burst observation is summarized, and a physical picture of a neutron star undergoing accretion is drawn. Detailed numerical computations of the evolution of the surface layers of such a star are reviewed. The need for general relativistic corrections to the model is pointed out. Finally, comparisons are made with observations of X-ray bursts, the rapid burster, fast X-ray transients, X-ray pulsars, and gamma-ray burst sources.
Schlagwort(e):
ASTROPHYSICS
Materialart:
Fundamental problems in the theory of stellar evolution; Jul 22, 1980 - Jul 25, 1980; Kyoto; Japan
Format:
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