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Identifying a point-symmetrical morphology in the core-collapse supernova remnant W44

Authors :
Soker, Noam
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

I identify a point-symmetrical morphology in the core-collapse supernova remnant (CCSNR) W44 compatible with shaping by three or more pairs of jets in the jittering jet explosion mechanism (JJEM). Motivated by recent identifications of point-symmetrical morphologies in CCSNRs and their match to the JJEM, I revisit the morphological classification of CCSNR W44. I examine a radio map of W44 and find the outer bright rim of the radio map to possess a point-symmetric structure compatible with shaping by two energetic pairs of opposite jets rather than an S-shaped morphology shaped by a precessing pair of jets. An inner pair of filaments might hint at a third powerful pair of jets. More pairs of jets were involved in the explosion process. This study adds to the growing evidence that the JJEM is the primary explosion mechanism of core-collapse supernovae.<br />Comment: Will be submitted in 4 days to allow for comments (including missing references)

Details

Database :
arXiv
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
edsarx.2411.04654
Document Type :
Working Paper