Comparing parameter estimation results using model and numerical relativity templates of binary black hole systems

ORAL

Abstract

The use of both state-of-the-art models and numerical relativity in unison allows for the most confident and comprehensive parameter estimation results. It is important to be able to use and compare the best models and numerical relativity simulations in a quick and comprehensive way. In this talk, I present both using our highly-parallelized parameter estimation code that allows for timely and accurate results. This extends to models and simulations that have higher modes and precessing spins.

Authors

  • Jacob Lange

    Rochester Inst of Tech

  • Richard O'Shaughnessy

    Rochester Inst of Tech

  • Manuela Campanelli

    Rochester Inst of Tech, Rochester Institute of Technology

  • James Healy

    Rochester Inst of Tech

  • Carlos Lousto

    Rochester Inst of Tech, Rochester Institute of Technology

  • Yosef Zlochower

    Rochester Inst of Tech