Scientists Push Boundaries of Stellar Understanding with 3D Supercomputer Simulations

New York, NY – Supercomputers have revolutionized the way scientists and researchers explore complex phenomena, such as the behavior of astronomical objects like neutron stars. These powerful machines allow for highly detailed simulations that can provide valuable insights into the inner workings of these enigmatic celestial bodies. Neutron stars, the remnants of massive stars that have exploded in supernovas, are incredibly dense spheres with properties that challenge our understanding of physics. Scientists are particularly interested …

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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 …

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