stellar physics

Binary stars and their interactions

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Les étoiles binaires et leurs interactions

IN BRIEF Binary stars: Systems composed of two stars orbiting each other. Birth and evolution: The processes during their formation are still unclear for scientists. Gravitational interactions: Influence the disks of gas and dust around binary stars. Physical measurements: Typology of binary stars allowing for direct observations and analysis. X-ray binary sources: Stars emitting X-rays, … Read more

Pulsars and their functioning

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Les pulsars et leur fonctionnement

IN BRIEF Pulsar: a dense neutron star rotating rapidly Emits electromagnetic radiation like a beacon Radiation linked to its magnetic field and rotation Beam of radio waves sweeps space Interval between pulses varies, typically per second Pulsars can exist in binary systems Ability to recycle itself by absorbing mass from a companion star Gamma pulsars … Read more