On the dynamics of spinning binary black holes and some astrophysical consequences

ORAL

Abstract

We numerically study the final inspiral orbital dynamics of highly spinning binary black holes. In particular the effects of precession on the total radiated gravitational energy, angular and linear momentum. We discuss the main astrophysical and observational consequences of the spin dynamics and recoils when the black hole binary is immersed in gaseous environment.

Authors

  • Carlos Lousto

    • Rochester Institute of Technology
    • Rochester Inst of Tech
  • Manuela Campanelli

    • Rochester Institute of Technology
  • James Healy

    • Rochester Institute of Technology
  • Ian Ruchlin

    • Rochester Institute of Technology
  • Yosef Zlochower

    • Rochester Institute of Technology