The r-mode instability in rotating neutron stars

Andersson, Nils and Kokkotas, Kostas D. (2001) The r-mode instability in rotating neutron stars. International Journal of Modern Physics D, 10, 381-442. (doi:10.1142/S0218271801001062).

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Original Publication URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1142/S0218271801001062

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In this review we summarize the current understanding of the gravitational-wave driven instability associated with the so-called r-modes in rotating neutron stars. We discuss the nature of the r-modes, the detailed mechanics of the instability and its potential astrophysical significance. In particular we discuss results regarding the spin-evolution of nascent neutron stars, the detectability of r-mode gravitational waves and mechanisms limiting the spin-rate of accreting neutron stars in binary systems.

Item Type:	Article
Additional Information:	Review Article. Full text can be directly accessed via the Alternative Location link.
ISSNs:	0218-2718 (print)
Related URLs:	http://arxiv.org/abs/gr-qc/0010102 http://dx.doi.org/10.1142/S021...1801001062
Subjects:	Q Science > QB Astronomy Q Science > QA Mathematics
Divisions:	University Structure - Pre August 2011 > School of Mathematics > Applied Mathematics
Item ID:	29439
Date Deposited:	11 May 2006
Last Modified:	28 Jun 2012 10:14
Contributors:	Andersson, Nils (Author) Kokkotas, Kostas D. (Author)
Date:	2001
Additional Information:	Review Article. Full text can be directly accessed via the Alternative Location link.
Status:	Published
Contact Email Address:	N.Andersson@maths.soton.ac.uk
URI:	http://eprints.soton.ac.uk/id/eprint/29439

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