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Probing neutron-star superfluidity with gravitational-wave data

Probing neutron-star superfluidity with gravitational-wave data
Probing neutron-star superfluidity with gravitational-wave data
We discuss the possibility that future gravitational-wave detectors may be able to detect various modes of oscillation of old, cold neutron stars. We argue that such detections would provide unique insights into the superfluid nature of neutron-star cores, and could also lead to a much improved understanding of pulsar glitches. Our estimates are based on a detector configuration with several narrow-band (cryogenic) interferometers operating as a "xylophone" which could lead to high sensitivity at high frequencies. We also draw on recent advances in our understanding of the dynamics of pulsating superfluid neutron-star cores.
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241101-[4pp]
Andersson, N.
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Comer, G.L.
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Andersson, N.
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Comer, G.L.
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Andersson, N. and Comer, G.L. (2001) Probing neutron-star superfluidity with gravitational-wave data. Physical Review Letters, 87 (24), 241101-[4pp]. (doi:10.1103/PhysRevLett.87.241101).

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We discuss the possibility that future gravitational-wave detectors may be able to detect various modes of oscillation of old, cold neutron stars. We argue that such detections would provide unique insights into the superfluid nature of neutron-star cores, and could also lead to a much improved understanding of pulsar glitches. Our estimates are based on a detector configuration with several narrow-band (cryogenic) interferometers operating as a "xylophone" which could lead to high sensitivity at high frequencies. We also draw on recent advances in our understanding of the dynamics of pulsating superfluid neutron-star cores.

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Published date: December 2001

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Local EPrints ID: 29443
URI: http://eprints.soton.ac.uk/id/eprint/29443
ISSN: 0031-9007
PURE UUID: 304376be-f67b-4eb0-8db5-678362eec008
ORCID for N. Andersson: ORCID iD orcid.org/0000-0001-8550-3843

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Date deposited: 12 May 2006
Last modified: 16 Mar 2024 03:01

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Author: N. Andersson ORCID iD
Author: G.L. Comer

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