Multimessenger astronomy
XiLong Fan, Martin Hendry
TL;DR
This paper reviews the potential of multi-messenger astronomy, combining gravitational wave and electromagnetic observations, to improve source detection and understanding in astrophysics and cosmology.
Contribution
It provides an overview of the scope and future potential of multi-messenger approaches in gravitational-wave astronomy, emphasizing joint observational benefits.
Findings
Multi-messenger approach enhances detection of gravitational wave sources.
Joint observations improve estimation of source parameters.
Multi-messenger data informs astrophysics and cosmology studies.
Abstract
In this paper we provide a short overview of the scope and strong future potential of a multi-messenger approach to gravitational-wave astronomy, that seeks to optimally combine gravtitational wave and electromagnetic observations. We highlight the importance of a multi-messenger approach for detecting gravitational wave sources, and also describe some ways in which joint gravitational wave and electromagnetic observations can improve the estimation of source parameters and better inform our understanding of the sources themselves -- thus enhancing their potential as probes of astrophysics and cosmology.
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Taxonomy
TopicsPulsars and Gravitational Waves Research · Geophysics and Sensor Technology · Advanced Frequency and Time Standards