Pulsar Astronomy
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Pulsar Astronomy

  1. English
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About this book

Over the last 40 years, an astonishing range of astrophysics has become accessible through pulsar astronomy. The body of literature on this rapidly growing research area is vast and observational techniques now cover the whole of the electromagnetic spectrum. Now in its fourth edition, this authoritative volume gives a thorough introduction to the field. It is extensively revised throughout and new material includes: astrometry of binary pulsars and relativity theory; millisecond pulsars; the origin and Galactic population of pulsars and magnetars; and the pulsed emission from radio to gamma-rays. Within each topic, the authors concentrate on the fundamental physics and list extensive references, spanning from first discoveries to the most recent advances. Websites for catalogues of known pulsars are also recommended, providing a basis for new research work. The rapid pace of progress in pulsar astronomy makes this essential reading both for advanced students entering the field and established researchers.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. PULSAR ASTRONOMY
  3. Series
  4. Title
  5. Copyright
  6. Contents
  7. Illustrations
  8. Preface
  9. 1: The discovery of pulsars
  10. 2: Neutron stars
  11. 3: Telescopes and techniques
  12. 4: The distances of the pulsars
  13. 5: Pulsar timing
  14. 6: Timing and astrometry of binary pulsars
  15. 7: Timing irregularities
  16. 8: The Galactic population of pulsars
  17. 9: The Crab and Vela Pulsars
  18. 10: Other young pulsars
  19. 11: Millisecond and binary pulsars
  20. 12: Accretion-powered X-ray pulsars
  21. 13: Magnetars
  22. 14: Supernovae and their remnants
  23. 15: Integrated pulse profiles
  24. 16: Individual pulses
  25. 17: Location of emitting regions
  26. 18: Radiation processes
  27. 19: The emission mechanisms
  28. 20: Interstellar scintillation and scattering
  29. 21: The interstellar magnetic field
  30. 22: Achievements and prospects
  31. References
  32. Index