NS5 - Highly magnetized neutron stars: theories, observations and connection with gamma-ray bursts |
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Lyutikov, Maxim |
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"Solar flare" model of magnetar activity |
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We advance a "Solar flare" model of magnetar activity, whereas slow evolution of the magnetic field in the upper crust twists the external magnetic flux tubes, producing persistent emission, bursts and flares. At the same time the neutron star's crust plastically relieves the magnetically imposed strain. Bursts and flares are magnetospheric reconnection events, occurring when the twist of the magnetic field in the magnetosphere exceed a critical value. |
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