Orbital Evolution I - Selma De Mink, Sophie Schroder

Explore orbital evolution in binary systems through this conference talk from the Building Bridges conference at KITP. Delve into the complexities of circumbinary gas, its evolution, and influence on embedded binaries. Examine observational signatures, numerical modeling techniques, and the similarities between massive black hole binaries and stellar binaries. Gain insights from experts Selma De Mink and Sophie Schroder as they discuss topics such as common envelopes, discs, post-HP binaries, gas vs. dust dynamics, and the importance of binary evolution in understanding these systems. Learn about mass loss, merger rates, stellar mergers, and the effects of jets and winds on orbital evolution. Discover simulation results, parameter space exploration, and key questions in the field of binary system evolution.

Introduction
Science Motivation
Common Envelope
Discs
Background
Post HP binaries
Gas vs dust
Binary evolution
Do we need it
What do we need
What is SS433
Mass loss
How many will merge
Stellar mergers
How jets and winds affect orbital evolution
Mass ratio
Specific momentum
Isotropic
Simulation Results
Zoom Questions
Parameter Space Exploration
Questions
Distractions
Behavior
Inflow
Conclusion