Physics and Astrophysics of Ultra High Energy Cosmic Rays (Hardcover, 2001 ed.)

The origin of the most energetic particles observed in nature is one of the major unresolved questions in modern astrophysics. Theoretical speculations range from electromagnetic acceleration in some unknown astrophysical source to as yet undiscovered particle physics beyond the Standard Model. These speculations have also lead to the development of new detection concepts and experimental projects, some of which are currently under construction. The present volume consists of a self-contained set of lectures which cover most of these aspects: from the speculative origins and the acceleration and propagation mechanisms to a discussion of the detection techniques. It emphasizes the strong interdisciplinarity of this topic and highlights the many open questions. This volume is intended for students entering this field and for professional astronomers and particle and theoretical physicists.

General

Imprint:	Springer-Verlag
Country of origin:	Germany
Series:	Lecture Notes in Physics, 576
Release date:	2001
First published:	2001
Editors:	M. Lemoine • G. Sigl
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	328
Edition:	2001 ed.
ISBN-13:	978-3-540-42899-2
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Physics > Particle & high-energy physics Books > Science & Mathematics > Physics > Applied physics & special topics > Astrophysics Promotions
LSN:	3-540-42899-2
Barcode:	9783540428992

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