Cosmic Explosions in Three Dimensions
Asymmetries in Supernovae and Gamma-Ray Bursts
Pawan Kumar editor Peter Höflich editor J Craig Wheeler editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Published:18th Aug '11
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
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.
Review of the hardback: '… the in-depth reviews of the volume … make it a valuable resource for graduate students and researchers.' The Observatory
ISBN: 9781107403116
Dimensions: 244mm x 170mm x 21mm
Weight: 620g
392 pages