# The Cause of a Pulsar Glitch

**Authors:** Thando Nkomozake

arXiv: 1901.09429 · 2019-01-29

## TL;DR

This paper introduces a novel mechanism based on type II superconductivity and the Bradlow bound to explain, rationalize, and predict pulsar glitches, advancing understanding of neutron star dynamics.

## Contribution

It proposes a new theoretical model for pulsar glitches utilizing concepts from superconductivity and mathematical bounds, offering a fresh perspective.

## Key findings

- Provides a theoretical framework for pulsar glitches
- Predicts glitch occurrences based on superconductivity principles
- Enhances understanding of neutron star interior physics

## Abstract

In this paper we present a new mechanism for rationalizing, explaining and predicting pulsar glitches. Our new mechanism is based upon the concepts of type II superconductivity and the Bradlow bound.

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