Observations of the massive star systems HD 168112 and HD 167971 reveal emissions from wind collisions

23. 10. 2024

Observations of the massive star systems HD 168112 and HD 167971 reveal emissions from wind collisions

Star system: HD 167971 A | Distance from the Sun: 4485 light years

These collisions produce shocks and accelerating electrons, leading to varying X-ray intensity based on the stars' orbits.

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HD 167971 A

O4/5 If, Blue star

radius: 10 R☉

distance: 4485 ly

stars in the system: 3

exoplanets: 0

HD 168112 A

O4.5IV, Subgiant

radius: 3 R☉

distance: 6543 ly

stars in the system: 2

exoplanets: 0

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