Energy sources in gamma-ray burst modelsThe current status of energy sources in models of gamma-ray bursts is examined. Special emphasis is placed on the thermonuclear flash model which has been the most developed model to date. Although there is no generally accepted model, if the site for the gamma-ray burst is on a strongly magnetized neutron star, the thermonuclear model can qualitatively explain the energetics of some, but probably not all burst events. The critical issues that may differentiate between the possible sources of energy for gamma-ray bursts are listed and briefly discussed.
Document ID
19880062410
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Taam, Ronald E. (Northwestern University Evanston, IL, United States)
Date Acquired
August 13, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1987
Subject Category
Astrophysics
Meeting Information
Meeting: Texas Symposium on Relativistic Astrophysics