High-resolution X-ray spectroscopy: past, present and future

High-resolution X-ray spectroscopy has become a powerful tool for astrophysics since the launch of Chandra and XMM-Newton, ten years ago. The grating spectrometers on both instruments still continue to provide excellent data, while imaging calorimeters are being prepared for future missions like Astro-H and IXO. The synergy with other wavelength bands like the UV has been boosted by theaddition of COS to HST. X-ray spectroscopy offers unique diagnostics to studyalmost any object in the Universe. This book contains review papers on highlights and the state-of-the-art of X-ray spectroscopy for a broad range of objects and on the prospects for future studies. Gives a concise overview of the state-of-the art of high-resolution X-ray spectroscopy. Summarises past achievements in this field but also looks forward to new developments. Chapters constitute a useful introductory text for those who want to work in this field. INDICE: Spectroscopy in Utrecht: a brief history. X-ray Diffraction Gratings for Astrophysics. Future X-ray Missions for High Resolution Spectroscopy. Element abundances in X-ray emitting plasmas in stars. Charge Transfer Reactions. X-ray Spectroscopy of Astrophysical Dust: A High Spectral Resolution (Re)View and look to the Future. He-like ions as practical astrophysical plasma diagnostics: From stellar coronae to active galactic nuclei. The Challenges of Plasma Modeling: Current Status and Future Plans. X-ray Spectroscopy of AccretingWhite Dwarfs. X-ray Reflection. Photoionization Modeling. Resonant Scatteringof X-ray Emission Lines in the Hot Intergalactic Medium. Plasma Motion and Kinematics in Cool and Hot Stars. Kinematics of Supernova Remnants: Status of X-Ray Observations. High Velocity Outflows in AGNs Observed with Gratings. The UV-X-ray connection in AGN outflows.

• ISBN: 978-1-4419-9883-5
• Editorial: Springer New York
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 280
• Fecha Publicación: 26/03/2011
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés