X-Ray Bursts
Abstract
N. E. White and S. J. Burnell, Mullard Space Science Laboratory; and G. Carpenter, Birmingham University, report that Ariel 5 observations during Apr. 17-21 reveal x-ray bursts occurring irregularly on a timescale of minutes. The field of view includes the positions of MXB1728-33 and MXB1730-335. The detector is slightly offset from the satellite's spin axis, and the spin modulation of the bursts is consistent with their originating from MXB1730-335. The intensity, structure and occurrence rate are all the same as in the previous outburst of this source.
- Publication:
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International Astronomical Union Circular
- Pub Date:
- April 1977
- Bibcode:
- 1977IAUC.3067....4W