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The enhanced X-ray Timing and Polarimetry mission—eXTP
- Source :
- SCIENCE CHINA Physics, Mechanics & Astronomy; February 2019, Vol. 62 Issue: 2 p1-25, 25p
- Publication Year :
- 2019
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Abstract
- In this paper we present the enhanced X-ray Timing and Polarimetry mission—eXTP. eXTP is a space science mission designed to study fundamental physics under extreme conditions of density, gravity and magnetism. The mission aims at determining the equation of state of matter at supra-nuclear density, measuring effects of QED, and understanding the dynamics of matter in strong-field gravity. In addition to investigating fundamental physics, eXTP will be a very powerful observatory for astrophysics that will provide observations of unprecedented quality on a variety of galactic and extragalactic objects. In particular, its wide field monitoring capabilities will be highly instrumental to detect the electro-magnetic counterparts of gravitational wave sources. The paper provides a detailed description of: (1) the technological and technical aspects, and the expected performance of the instruments of the scientific payload; (2) the elements and functions of the mission, from the spacecraft to the ground segment.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 16747348 and 18691927
- Volume :
- 62
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- SCIENCE CHINA Physics, Mechanics & Astronomy
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- ejs47718745
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s11433-018-9309-2