The Bullet Cluster remains a focal point of controversy in astrophysics, particularly regarding dark matter (DM) models. Recent papers, including those found at arxiv:1404.5633 and arxiv:1404.5636, do not present clear dissent against the mainstream Lambda-CDM model, instead suggesting upper limits on DM-DM interactions. Observations of other clusters, such as those reported by Hubble, further complicate the understanding of dark matter behavior. The discussion highlights a perceived desperation among alternative model advocates to maintain their positions despite the prevailing evidence.
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Chronos said:The bullet cluster remains controversial, as evidenced today by http://arxiv.org/abs/1404.5633 and http://arxiv.org/abs/1404.5636. I'm puzzled by the motivation for this kind of dissent. I view this as a desperate attempt by alternative model advocates to preserve their own views.
Controversy stems from observations of other clusters such as http://hubblesite.org/newscenter/archive/releases/2012/10/image/a/, in which dark matter is apparently behaving in a way it should not.Chronos said:The bullet cluster remains controversial, as evidenced today by http://arxiv.org/abs/1404.5633 and http://arxiv.org/abs/1404.5636. I'm puzzled by the motivation for this kind of dissent. I view this as a desperate attempt by alternative model advocates to preserve their own views.
Chronos said:The bullet cluster remains controversial, as evidenced today by http://arxiv.org/abs/1404.5633 and http://arxiv.org/abs/1404.5636. I'm puzzled by the motivation for this kind of dissent. I view this as a desperate attempt by alternative model advocates to preserve their own views.