On the connection between gamma and radio radiation spectra in pulsars

TL;DR

This paper explores the connection between gamma and radio spectra in pulsars, proposing a model where inverse Compton scattering of radio waves by ultra-relativistic electrons explains observed emissions.

Contribution

It introduces a model linking radio and gamma spectra in pulsars through inverse Compton scattering, considering magnetic field effects.

Findings

Relation between radio and gamma spectra established

Inverse Compton scattering explains gamma-ray production

Magnetic field influence incorporated into the model

Abstract

The model of pulsar radio emission is discussed in which a coherent radio emis-sion is excited in a vacuum gap above polar cap of neutron star. Pulsar X and gamma radiation are considered as the result of low-frequency radio emission inverse Comp-ton scattering on ultra relativistic electrons accelerated in the gap. The influence of the pulsar magnetic field on Compton scattering is taken into account. The relation of radio and gamma radiation spectra has been found in the framework of the model.