Nuclear Matter EOS Constraints from Gravitational Waves by Wolfgang Kastaun

Explore the constraints on nuclear matter equation of state derived from gravitational wave observations in this 35-minute conference talk by Wolfgang Kastaun at the International Centre for Theoretical Sciences. Delve into topics including inspiral parameter space, measurable EOS aspects for GW170817, model-agnostic studies, universal relations, and EOS model selection. Examine the implications of remnant type, kilonova modeling, short gamma-ray burst models, and numerical simulations. Learn about emerging avenues for research such as post-merger signals and searches for p-g mode effects. Gain insights into the future challenges and opportunities in gravitational wave astronomy as discussed in this panel from the "Future of Gravitational-Wave Astronomy" meeting.

Syllabus

Nuclear matter EOS constraints from GW
Outline
Inspiral Parameter Space
Impact of Parameters
Measurable EOS Aspects For GW170817 Maximum NS mass _ 1.36Mo
Model-Agnostic Study
Universal Relations Studies
Parametrization
Evidence for Tidal Effects?
EOS Model Selection Study
Implication of Remnant Type
Implication of Remnant Type Recent analysis [Shibata et al, Phys. Rev. 100 2019] Less assumptions
Kilonova
Mass ejection
Kilonova Modeling
Constraints from Kilonova
Short Gamma Ray Burst Models
Numerical Simulations
Other Avenues
Post-Merger Signal
Searching p-g effects
Appendix
Q&A