Gravitational Lensing Of Quasars By Edge On Spiral Galaxies
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Author | : Emily P. Wang |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 68 |
Release | : 2007 |
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ISBN | : |
In this thesis, I studied the lensed quasar CX2201-3201, which is lensed by an edge-on spiral galaxy. The unusually high tilt of the spiral galaxy provides us with a rare opportunity for mass modeling. In addition, the unusual placement of the two visible images of the system offers an intriguing lensing system for study-the two images straddle the lensing galaxy's visible disk, but are off to one side of the light centroid. Based on mass models for the lens that are constrained by the visible disk of the galaxy, the quadrupole of the disk is strong enough to make CX2201 a "naked cusp" system, which should have three images-the two images we see, plus another located in the disk of the galaxy. We attempt to explain the absence of the third "naked cusp" image by using a series of increasingly exotic mass models. Unfortunately, none of these models turn out to be both satisfactory and a feasible solution. Although we are unable to answer the question of why the two images of CX2201 are located off to the side of the lensing galaxy's center, we gain a better understanding of the challenges this system poses for those attempting to model the lensing galaxy's mass. HST data has been obtained for the system, and although this data were obtained too late for proper inclusion in this thesis, they may aid future investigators in analyzing CX2201. Plans to obtain detailed rotation curves for the lensing galaxy are also underway, and it is the hope that future investigators will come to a better understanding of CX2201's unique features.
Author | : Yannick Mellier |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 344 |
Release | : 1990 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : |
This is an exhaustive review of our theoretical and observational knowledge of gravitational lensing 10 years after the discovery of the first lensed quasar, Q0957+561. Gravitational optics, optical, infrared, and radio observations of quasar-lens candidates, microlensing, arcs in clusters of galaxies, and radio rings are presented. In particular, the continuing survey of quasar-lens candidates, the new measurement of the time delay in 0957+561, the suspended microlensing effect through the galaxy 2237+030, as well as the discovery of new arcs and the measurement of new redshifts for two of them are presented. Numerous papers on the modelling of arcs and rings show how it should be possible to probe dark matter with these unexpected gravitational telescopes. Finally, tables summarize all the lens candidates we know today.
Author | : Space Telescope Science Institute (U.S.). Symposium |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 354 |
Release | : 1997-06-28 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9780521591645 |
One of the hottest debates in astronomy and cosmology today concerns the value of the Hubble constant. This constant is of paramount importance since it fixes the size and age of the Universe. At a symposium at the Space Telescope Science Institute, experts from around the world presented the latest results from a plethora of techniques for determining the Hubble constant. The value has always been controversial, but at this meeting experts' results agreed for the first time to within about 20%. Based on the meeting, this book presents twenty-three specially written review articles. They provide a comprehensive account of the Hubble-constant debate with the latest results from gravitational lensing, supernovae and novae, the Tully-Fisher relation, the Sunyaev-Zeldovich effect, globular clusters, planetary nebulae, light echoes, and the Hubble Space Telescope Key Project. This timely volume provides a standard reference for graduate students and researchers in astronomy and cosmology.
Author | : Matthias Bartelmann |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 18 |
Release | : 1999 |
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Author | : Yannick Mellier |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 318 |
Release | : 2014-03-12 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9783662137826 |
This is an exhaustive review of our theoretical and observational knowledge of gravitational lensing 10 years after the discovery of the first lensed quasar, Q0957+561. Gravitational optics, optical, infrared, and radio observations of quasar-lens candidates, microlensing, arcs in clusters of galaxies, and radio rings are presented. In particular, the continuing survey of quasar-lens candidates, the new measurement of the time delay in 0957+561, the suspended microlensing effect through the galaxy 2237+030, as well as the discovery of new arcs and the measurement of new redshifts for two of them are presented. Numerous papers on the modelling of arcs and rings show how it should be possible to probe dark matter with these unexpected gravitational telescopes. Finally, tables summarize all the lens candidates we know today.
Author | : Alexander Eigenbrod |
Publisher | : CRC Press |
Total Pages | : 152 |
Release | : 2011-12-14 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1439873550 |
This book begins with the basics of gravitational lensing, explaining how light is deflected as it passes the vicinity of mass. The focus however, is on applications related to gravitationally lensed quasars. A brief overview of the different classes of active galactic nuclei is given, as well as open questions and unknowns about these objects. Applications of gravitationally lensed quasars are described and particular attention is given to a specific case of gravitational lensing, called microlensing.
Author | : Philip S. Harrington |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : |
Release | : 2010-10-21 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 113949368X |
Listing more than 500 sky targets, both near and far, in 187 challenges, this observing guide will test novice astronomers and advanced veterans alike. Its unique mix of Solar System and deep-sky targets will have observers hunting for the Apollo lunar landing sites, searching for satellites orbiting the outermost planets, and exploring hundreds of star clusters, nebulae, distant galaxies, and quasars. Each target object is accompanied by a rating indicating how difficult the object is to find, an in-depth visual description, an illustration showing how the object realistically looks, and a detailed finder chart to help you find each challenge quickly and effectively. The guide introduces objects often overlooked in other observing guides and features targets visible in a variety of conditions, from the inner city to the dark countryside. Challenges are provided for the naked eye, through binoculars and the largest backyard telescopes.
Author | : Rainer Kayser |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 432 |
Release | : 1992 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : |
One of the most spectacular predictions of Einstein's theory of general relativity is the occurrence of gravitational lenses in our galactic system. Nowadays the mastering of the mathematics together with the technology available to astronomers allow Einstein's prediction to be confirmed. Several reviews here give the reader the chance to under- stand the basic theoretical concept of gravitational lensing and to obtain an overview of observational work. The present state of the field and latest results are given in a large number of specialized papers. Anextensive source and subject index make these proceedings valuable also as areference book for all researchers active in the field.
Author | : Halton C. Arp |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 17 |
Release | : 1988 |
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Author | : Jean-René Roy |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 311 |
Release | : 2018 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 1108417019 |
A thought provoking study of the powerful impact of images in guiding astronomers' understanding of galaxies through time.