Computer Simulations Unravel Mysteries of Cannibal Neutron Stars’ Explosive Behavior
Astrophysicists in Stony Brook, New York, are delving into the chaotic nature of cannibal neutron stars through advanced computer simulations. Neutron stars, which are remnants of massive stars that have exploded in a supernova, exhibit extreme density, packing immense mass into a tiny sphere up to 2.3 times that of the Sun. These ultra-dense objects can provide valuable insights into how matter behaves under extreme conditions. By studying X-ray bursts produced when neutron stars accrete …