Stellar and solar X-ray polarimetryThe scientific motivation for X-ray polarimetry is discussed with particular emphasis on the information that might be obtained on binary X-ray pulsars and a number of other classes of objects, including solar flares. Detailed discussions are given for Thomson-scattering and Bragg-crystal polarimeters with numerical estimates for the sensitivity of various existing and proposed instruments.
Document ID
19750051471
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Novick, R. (Columbia University New York, N.Y., United States)
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1975
Subject Category
Astronomy
Meeting Information
Meeting: International Conference on X-Rays in Space - Cosmic, Solar, and Auroral X-Rays, Calgary