Radio Galaxies

Radio Galaxies
Author: A. G. Pacholczyk
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2014-06-20
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1483187977

Radio Galaxies: Radiation Transfer, Dynamics, Stability and Evolution of a Synchrotron Plasmon deals with the physics of a region in space containing magnetic field and thermal and relativistic particles (a plasmon). The synchrotron emission and absorption of this region are discussed, along with the properties of its spectrum; its linear and circular polarization; transfer of radiation through such a region; its dynamics and expansion; and interaction with external medium. Comprised of eight chapters, this volume explores the stability, turbulence, and acceleration of particles in a synchrotron plasmon as well as its application to the physics of radio galaxies. The discussion begins with a description of extragalactic radio sources and their properties, followed by an analysis of the emission and absorption of synchrotron radiation. Subsequent chapters focus on the transfer of polarized radiation in a magnetoactive plasma; hydromagnetics and hydromagnetic stability; confinement and structure of extended radio sources; and radio-tail galaxies. The book also considers compact radio sources before concluding with an evaluation of radio source theories. This monograph is addressed primarily to radio astronomers and graduate students working on the interpretation of observational data.

Radio Galaxies at TeV Energies

Radio Galaxies at TeV Energies
Author: Dorit Glawion
Publisher: MDPI
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2020-05-13
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3039287508

It is common believe that the centers of all galaxies exhibit supermassive black holes with masses ranging from millions up to billions of the mass of our Sun. By accreting surrounding matter, the luminosity of these galactic nuclei can outshine the emission of their host galaxies. If this is the case, they are called active galactic nuclei. Some of these objects eject powerful outflows composed of plasma, called jets. These jets can produce non-thermal radiation which observable across the entire electromagnetic spectrum from radio up to the gamma-ray frequencies. At highest frequencies (TeV range) most of the detected active galaxies have jets directed along or close to the line of sight. However, also galaxies with larger angles to the line of sight showing fascinating features were discovered, in seeming contradiction to traditional models for these so-called radio galaxies. Thus, the latter are of particular importance for understanding active galactic nuclei in general. This Special Issue contains reviews and research articles about the current knowledge of radio galaxies at TeV energies, including observational results and theoretical models. It is intended to guide the interested reader deeper into this fascinating discipline of modern day astronomy.

Galactic and Extragalactic Radio Astronomy

Galactic and Extragalactic Radio Astronomy
Author: E. Bouton
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 715
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1461239362

Galactic and Extragalactic Radio Astronomy is a fundamental text for graduate students and professional astronomers and covers all aspects of radio astronomy beyond the solar system. Each chapter is written by a renowned expert in the field and contains a review of a particular area of radio astronomy and presents the latest observations and interpretations as well as an extensive view of the literature (as of 1988). Topics covered include: galactic continuum emission, HII regions, the diffuse interstellar medium, interstellar molecules, astronomical masers, neutral hydrogen, the galactic center, radio stars, supernova remnants, pulsars, extragalactic hydrogen, radio galaxies and quasars, the microwave background, and cosmological radio sources.

An Introduction to Radio Astronomy

An Introduction to Radio Astronomy
Author: Bernard F. Burke
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 545
Release: 2019-08-22
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1107189411

A thorough introduction to radio astronomy and techniques for students and researchers approaching radio astronomy for the first time.

Literature 1979, Part 1

Literature 1979, Part 1
Author: Siegfried Böhme
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 882
Release: 2013-04-18
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3662123169

The New Cosmos

The New Cosmos
Author: Albrecht Unsöld
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 571
Release: 2013-06-29
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3662043564

Astronomy, astrophysics and space research have witnessed an explosive development over the last few decades. The new observational potential offered by space stations and the availability of powerful and highly specialized computers have revealed novel aspects of the fascinating realm of galaxies, quasars, stars and planets. The present completely revised 5th edition of The New Cosmos provides ample evidence of these dramatic developments. In a concise presentation, which assumes only a modest prior knowledge of mathematics and physics, the book gives a coherent introduction to the entire field of astronomy and astrophysics. At the same time it takes into account the art of observation and the fundamental ideas behind their interpretation. Like its predecessors, this edition of The New Cosmos will provide new insight and enjoyment not only to students and researchers in the fields of astronomy, physics and earth sciences, but also to a wide range of interested amateurs.

Space Telescopes and Instrumentation 2012

Space Telescopes and Instrumentation 2012
Author: Mark C. Clampin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1856
Release: 2012
Genre: Infrared astronomy
ISBN: 9780819491435

Proceedings of SPIE present the original research papers presented at SPIE conferences and other high-quality conferences in the broad-ranging fields of optics and photonics. These books provide prompt access to the latest innovations in research and technology in their respective fields. Proceedings of SPIE are among the most cited references in patent literature.

Cosmology

Cosmology
Author: Edward Harrison
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 586
Release: 2000-03-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780521661485

Thoroughly revised and updated introduction to past and present cosmological theory.

Literature 1980, Part 1

Literature 1980, Part 1
Author: Siegfried Böhme
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 949
Release: 2013-11-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3662123223

Astronomy and Astrophysics Abstracts, which has appeared in semi-annual volumes since 1969, is de voted to the recording, summarizing and indexing of astronomical publications throughout the world. It is prepared under the auspices of the International Astronomical Union (according to a resolution adopted at the 14th General Assembly in 1970). Astronomy and Astrophysics Abstracts aims to present a comprehensive documentation of literature in all fields of astronomy and astrophysics. Every effort will be made to ensure that the average time interval between the date of receipt of the original literature and publication of the abstracts will not exceed eight months: This time interval is near to that achieved by monthly abstracting journals, com pared to which our system of accumulating abstracts for about six months offers the advantage of greater convenience for the user. I, 1980; some older Volume 27 contains literature published in 1980 and received before August literature which was received late and which is not recorded in earlier volumes is also included. We acknowledge with thanks contributions to this volume by Dr. J. Bouska, Prague, who surveyed journals and publications in Czech and supplied us with abstracts in English.

The New Physics

The New Physics
Author: Paul Davies
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 526
Release: 1989
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780521438315

The New Physics is a sweeping survey of developments in physics up to the present day. All of the major topics at the frontiers of the subject have been covered in this collection of reviews. Whether the reader wants to know about the ultimate building blocks of matter; the structure, origin and evolution of the Universe; quantum gravity; low temperature physics; optics and lasers; chaos or quantum mechanics; this widely acclaimed book contains a clear explanation by one of the top scientists working in the field. Aimed at scientists and laymen alike, the articles are profusely illustrated throughout with colour photographs and clear explanatory diagrams, and have been meticulously edited to ensure they will appeal to a wide range of readers. In this single volume, Paul Davies, renowned for his ability to communicate advanced topics to the non-specialist, has gathered an exciting collection of reviews by many of the world's top physicists.