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A new, fast X-ray pulsar in the supernova remnant MSH 15-52A pulsing X-ray source has been discovered within the shell of the supernova remnant MSH 15-52. The period is 0.150 s, and the rate of increase of period with time is the highest measured for any pulsar. These characteristics and the fact that the pulsar is surrounded by a small, bright nebula indicate that this object is very similar to the Crab pulsar.
Document ID
19820049658
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
External Source(s)
doi:10.1086/183793
Authors
Seward, F. D. (Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics Cambridge, MA, United States)
Harnden, F. R., Jr. (Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics Cambridge, MA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
May 15, 1982
Publication Information
Publication: Astrophysical Journal
Subject Category
Astronomy
Accession Number
82A33193
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS8-30751
Distribution Limits
Public
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