High Energy Astrophysics is one of the hottest topics in astrophysics & astronomy. It studies processes in objects that release very energetic radiation(e.g. X-ray, gamma). The goal is to understand the very structure of matter, the development of stars, and the fate of the universe itself. The book is based on a tested lecture and has a focus on experiments and observations. A modular structure allows to adaptit to individual courses" needs.
Preface 1 Introduction 2 Foundations of Astro-Particle Physics 3 Cosmic Rays at the Edge of the Atmosphere 4 Extensive Air Showers 5 Cosmic Rays Underground 6 Propagation of Cosmic Rays 7 Sources of Cosmic Rays 8 Dark Matter 9 Gamma-Ray Astrononomy 10 Astrophysics of High Energy Cosmic Rays 11 Neutrino Astronomy I Appendix I.1 Stellar Evolution I.2 Relativistic Kinematics Bibliography List of Figures Index
Karl-Heinz Kampert, Universitat Munster, Germany. Christopher Wiebusch, RWTH Aachen, Germany.
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