Exploring Ring Singularity of Spinning Black Holes

In summary, the point singularity of a spinning black hole turns into a ring, and the volume of the ring singularity is zero. To understand the properties of a Kerr black hole, one must study the Kerr metric in Boyer-Lindquist coordinates, which can be found in a paper on arXiv.
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Why does the point singularity of a black hole turn into a ring if the BH is spinning?

What would the singularity look like if the BH were spinning on 2 axes? (What if the BH were really a multi-dimensional construct and were spinning on more axes?)

What is the volume of a ring singularity (can we compute it as a function of mass and angular velocity? Is the mass of the BH distributed along the surface or inside the volume of the ring?

What are the propreties of space inside the hole of the ring and inside the ring?
 
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Can anyone answer at least one of the questions? :bugeye:
 
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If you want to investigate the properties of a Kerr BH, I recommend that you learn the Kerr metric, that in Boyer-Lindquist coordinates can be found in this paper
http://arxiv.org/abs/astro-ph/0410194
What is the volume of a ring singularity?
Zero, as a 1-dimensional singularity that is
 

What is a ring singularity?

A ring singularity is a theoretical feature of a spinning black hole, where the singularity is not a single point but instead a ring-shaped structure. This is different from the traditional depiction of a black hole singularity as a single point with infinite density and gravity.

How is a ring singularity formed in a spinning black hole?

A ring singularity is formed due to the extreme distortion of space and time caused by the rotation of a black hole. As the black hole spins, it causes the space around it to twist and warp, resulting in a ring-shaped singularity instead of a point.

What are some potential consequences of a ring singularity?

Some theories suggest that a ring singularity could lead to the creation of a wormhole, a hypothetical tunnel through space-time that could potentially allow for time travel. However, this is still largely speculative and requires further research and understanding of the principles of a ring singularity.

How can scientists study and explore ring singularities?

Currently, we do not have the technology or means to directly observe a ring singularity in a spinning black hole. However, scientists can study the effects of a spinning black hole on its surrounding environment, such as the accretion disk, to gather more information about the presence and behavior of a ring singularity.

What are some potential implications of understanding ring singularities?

Understanding ring singularities could help us gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental laws of physics, such as gravity and space-time. It could also lead to advancements in technologies related to space travel and exploration, as well as provide insights into the formation and evolution of galaxies and other cosmic objects.

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