Massive Stars

Massive Stars
Author: Space Telescope Science Institute (U.S.). Symposium
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 253
Release: 2009-11-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0521762634

Presents observational and theoretical papers from world experts addressing the important role in astrophysics of massive stars.

Physics, Formation and Evolution of Rotating Stars

Physics, Formation and Evolution of Rotating Stars
Author: Andre Maeder
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 832
Release: 2008-12-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3540769498

Rotation is ubiquitous at each step of stellar evolution, from star formation to the final stages, and it affects the course of evolution, the timescales and nucleosynthesis. Stellar rotation is also an essential prerequisite for the occurrence of Gamma-Ray Bursts. In this book the author thoroughly examines the basic mechanical and thermal effects of rotation, their influence on mass loss by stellar winds, the effects of differential rotation and its associated instabilities, the relation with magnetic fields and the evolution of the internal and surface rotation. Further, he discusses the numerous observational signatures of rotational effects obtained from spectroscopy and interferometric observations, as well as from chemical abundance determinations, helioseismology and asteroseismology, etc. On an introductory level, this book presents in a didactical way the basic concepts of stellar structure and evolution in "track 1" chapters. The other more specialized chapters form an advanced course on the graduate level and will further serve as a valuable reference work for professional astrophysicists.

Multiple Stars across the H-R Diagram

Multiple Stars across the H-R Diagram
Author: Swetlana Hubrig
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2007-10-13
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3540747451

This volume presents results from the ESO workshop Multiple Stars across the H-R Diagram, held in Garching in July 2005. It covers observations of multiple stars from ground and space, dynamical and stellar evolution in multiple systems, formation and early evolution of multiple stars, and special components of multiple stars. The book reviews the current state of observational and theoretical knowledge and discusses future studies for further progress in the field.

Open Issues in Local Star Formation

Open Issues in Local Star Formation
Author: Jacques Lépine
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 406
Release: 2003-12-31
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1402017553

The international colloquium "Open Issues in Local Star Formation and Early Stellar Evolution" was focused on (i) the physics of young stellar objects, which are observed with increasing angular resolution by the new generation of telescopes, and (ii) the processes that triggered large scale star formation in the solar neighbourhood. The scientific presentations were not limited to these two main topics as many new and interesting results related to star formation have been obtained. Indeed, the participants presented new findings in the fields of Stellar Groups and Associations; Young Stellar Objects; Disks; Outflows and Jets; The ISM Conditions for Star Formation; and Early Stages of Star Formation. The discussions on "Open Issues", representing problems and unanswered questions, will make this book particularly useful for researchers and PhD students.

Protostars and Planets V

Protostars and Planets V
Author: Bo Reipurth
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
Total Pages: 994
Release: 2007
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780816526543

'Protostars and Planets V' builds on the latest results from recent advances in ground and space-based astronomy and in numerical computing techniques to offer the most detailed and up-to-date picture of star and planet formation - including the formation and early evolution of our own solar system.

Astrophysical Masers and Their Environments (IAU S242)

Astrophysical Masers and Their Environments (IAU S242)
Author: International Astronomical Union. Symposium
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 564
Release: 2008-02-14
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780521874649

Astrophysical masers, naturally occurring microwave and radio-wave emissions, provide an important tool to investigate astrophysical environments. Several thousand maser sources have been observed in the interstellar medium and star formation regions, in the expanding winds from evolved stars, in the compressed shells of supernovae remnants, in comets and in the centers of galaxies. Masers are also useful for studying the structure and dynamics of our own galaxy, while masers in other galaxies are now used for cosmological studies and studies of galactic nuclei. This volume contains the latest research on the topic as presented at IAU Symposium 242, only the third international symposium on astrophysical masers. Over 125 astronomers from 18 different countries gathered in Alice Spring, Australia, for discussions on maser research.

The Dense Interstellar Medium in Galaxies

The Dense Interstellar Medium in Galaxies
Author: Susanne Pfalzner
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 665
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3642189024

The Cologne-Bonn-Zermatt symposium is a well established series of conferences, occurring on a 5-year cycle, on the dense interstellar medium and related topics. The main results constitute valuable proceedings that offer everyone working in this field an authoritative and comprehensive source of reference.

Diffuse Matter from Star Forming Regions to Active Galaxies

Diffuse Matter from Star Forming Regions to Active Galaxies
Author: T.W. Hartquist
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2007-05-02
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1402054254

John Dyson has contributed to the study of the hydrodynamic processes that govern a wide variety of astrophysical sources which he has helped explain. In this volume dedicated to him, introductory reviews to a number of the key processes and to the sources themselves are given by leading experts. The book provides a coherent introduction to the astrophysics of diffuse sources suitable for postgraduate students and researchers in astrophysics.