Testing the No-Hair Theorem with Sgr A*
Author
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-9, 9 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2011-09-26
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
9
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
The no-hair theorem characterizes the fundamental nature of black holes in general relativity.
This theorem can be tested observationally by measuring the mass and spin of a black hole as well as its quadrupole moment, which may deviate from the expected Kerr value.
Sgr A*, the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way, is a prime candidate for such tests thanks to its large angular size, high brightness, and rich population of nearby stars.
In this paper, I discuss a new theoretical framework for a test of the no-hair theorem that is ideal for imaging observations of Sgr A* with very long baseline interferometry (VLBI).
The approach is formulated in terms of a Kerr-like spacetime that depends on a free parameter and is regular everywhere outside of the event horizon.
Together with the results from astrometric and timing observations, VLBI imaging of Sgr A* may lead to a secure test of the no-hair theorem.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Johannsen, Tim. 2011. Testing the No-Hair Theorem with Sgr A*. Advances in Astronomy،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-475513
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Johannsen, Tim. Testing the No-Hair Theorem with Sgr A*. Advances in Astronomy No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-475513
American Medical Association (AMA)
Johannsen, Tim. Testing the No-Hair Theorem with Sgr A*. Advances in Astronomy. 2011. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-475513
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-475513