The neutron star mass, distance, and inclination from precision timing of the brilliant millisecond pulsar J0437-4715

The observation of neutron stars enables the otherwise impossible study of fundamental physical processes. The timing of binary radio pulsars is particularly powerful, as it enables precise characterization of their (three-dimensional) positions and orbits. PSR~J0437-4715 is an important millisecond pulsar for timing array experiments and is also a primary target... Show more