Abstract
We describe our work on the development and application of a stellar structure code to compute model sequences representing donor stars in interacting binaries subject to rapid (adiabatic) mass-loss. The donor star is assumed to remain in hydrostatic equilibrium, but no heat flow is allowed. These sequences can be used to define bifurcation sequences in close binary evolution, and to circumscribe possible survivors of common envelope evolution.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 419-420 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union |
Volume | 4 |
Issue number | S252 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2008 |
Keywords
- Binaries: close
- Stars: evolution
- Stars: interiors
- Stars: mass loss
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Space and Planetary Science