A Chandra ACIS Observation of the Pulsar-Wind Remnant RCW 103
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Abstract
We describe spatially-resolved, CCD-resolution spectroscopy of the supernova remnant (SNR) RCW 103 as observed by the Chandra X-ray Observatory during a 19.1 ksec exposure. The outstanding spatial resolution of the Chandra ACIS images resolve diffuse filaments across the remnant, as well as what appear to be explosion fragments, or ``bullets,'' extending beyond the x-ray bright region in the southwestern part of the SNR. Observed features are soft (E $<$ 3 keV) and we detect evidence of line emissions at several energies. The x-ray bright regions in the southwestern and northeastern part of RCW 103 are consistent with enhancements of optical, infrared, and radio emissions.
Authors
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Estela Jordan
University of Texas at San Antonio
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Eric M. Schlegel
UTSA, University of Texas at San Antonio