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PIRSA:11070002

Metabolic Pathways for Gamma-Ray Bursts

Ramirez, E. (2011). Metabolic Pathways for Gamma-Ray Bursts. Perimeter Institute. https://pirsa.org/11070002

Enrico Ramirez University of California, Santa Cruz

Talk numberPIRSA:11070002
DOI10.48660/11070002
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Talk Type Scientific Series
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Abstract

There is now a consensus that gamma-ray bursts involve extraordinary power outputs, and highly relativistic dynamics. The trigger is probably a binary merger or collapse involving compact objects. The most plausible progenitors, ranging from NS-NS mergers to various hypernova-like scenarios, eventually lead to the formation of a black hole with a debris torus around it. The various modes of energy extraction from such systems are discussed.