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Studying Active Galactic Nuclei through GRMHD and Radiation Transport Models

Offered By: University of Houston-Clear Lake via YouTube

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Astrophysics Courses Astronomy Courses Active Galactic Nuclei Courses Computational Modeling Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the fascinating world of active galactic nuclei through a comprehensive lecture on GRMHD and radiation transport models. Delve into topics such as density plots, extinction maps, and Monte Carlo simulations. Learn about thermal distributions, emission profiles, and the intricacies of Sagittarius A Star. Examine Compton bumps and their significance in astrophysics. Discover various modifications and tests in Monte Carlo code, including velocity adjustments and photon boosting. Investigate jet modeling, magnetic turbulence, and the shearing box approximation. Gain insights into the Athena MHD code and its applications in studying cosmic phenomena. Analyze turbulence plots and Harm data to deepen your understanding of active galactic nuclei and their complex behaviors.

Syllabus

Introduction
Active galactic nuclei
GRMHD
Density Plot
Harm Output
Extinction Map
Monte Carlo Code
Thermal Distribution
Emission Profile
Sagittarius A Star
Compton Bumps
Second Bump
Problems
Modifications
Monte Carlo Test
Velocity Modifications
Photon Boosting
relativistic aberration of life
single zone trial
scattering frequency adjustment
velocity adjustment
jet modeling
magnetic turbulence
shearing box approximation
shearing box limitations
Athena MHD code
Shearing factor
Shearing box
Turbulence plot
Harm data


Taught by

College of Science and Engineering

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