Gravitational collapse of gravitational waves in 3-D numerical relativity
Apr, 1999
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Abstract: (arXiv)
We demonstrate that evolutions of three-dimensional, strongly non-linear gravitational waves can be followed in numerical relativity, hence allowing many interesting studies of both fundamental and observational consequences. We study the evolution of time-symmetric, axisymmetric {\it and} non-axisymmetric Brill waves, including waves so strong that they collapse to form black holes under their own self-gravity. The critical amplitude for black hole formation is determined. The gravitational waves emitted in the black hole formation process are compared to those emitted in the head-on collision of two Misner black holes.- gravitational radiation: nonlinear
- dimension: 3
- symmetry: axial
- black hole: production
- black hole: scattering
- numerical calculations
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