Rotating black hole & Hawking radiation research

In summary, the conversation discusses a research topic on rotating black holes and Hawking radiation. The first phase involves computing geometric invariants in various black hole geometries, while the second phase focuses on studying the thermodynamics of black holes and their associated entropy. The final aspect is to compute the Hawking temperature and simulate thermodynamic properties. The conversation also mentions the need for prerequisite knowledge in general relativity and quantum field theory.
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Hiranya Pasan
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I am an undergraduate student of a university, I have taken the research topic as Study of Rotating black holes and Hawking radiation which I am really interested. Research description as follows.

The geometric invariant are computed in various black hole geometries in several different coordinate systems. These include static spherical, charged and rotating black holes. Equipped with these the second phase focuses on studying the thermodynamics of black holes which includes the area law and the associated entropy increases when an object with scale is captured at the edge of the event horizon. The final aspect is to compute the Hawking temperature of these black holes and simulate the thermodynamics properties.

I have no idea where to start and prerequisite knowledge to carry this research. Please someone help me.

Thank you
 
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If you cannot even identify the prerequisites, don't expect to work on that anytime soon. You'll need a lot of both general relativity and quantum field theory, including quantum field theory in curved spacetime.
 
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mfb said:
If you cannot even identify the prerequisites, don't expect to work on that anytime soon. You'll need a lot of both general relativity and quantum field theory, including quantum field theory in curved spacetime.

Thanks for the advise and I will follow general relativity and quantum filed theory
 
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Those have their own prerequisites. This comic illustrates it nicely, click on the panels to go to the next one.
 
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1. What is a rotating black hole and how does it differ from a regular black hole?

A rotating black hole, also known as a Kerr black hole, is a type of black hole that has a non-zero angular momentum. This means that the black hole is spinning, causing a distortion in the fabric of space and time around it. This distortion has an effect on the behavior of matter and light near the black hole.

2. What is Hawking radiation and how is it related to rotating black holes?

Hawking radiation is a theoretical concept proposed by Stephen Hawking in 1974. It states that black holes emit particles and radiation due to quantum effects near the event horizon. In the case of rotating black holes, the rotation can affect the properties of the emitted particles, resulting in a different type of Hawking radiation.

3. How do scientists study rotating black holes and Hawking radiation?

Scientists study rotating black holes and Hawking radiation through theoretical models and computer simulations. These simulations use complex mathematical equations and supercomputers to simulate the behavior of matter and radiation near a rotating black hole. Scientists also study observations of black holes in space to gather data and test their theories.

4. What are the potential applications of research on rotating black holes and Hawking radiation?

Research on rotating black holes and Hawking radiation can have various applications in astrophysics, cosmology, and theoretical physics. It can help us better understand the behavior of matter and radiation in extreme environments and provide insights into the early universe. It can also have practical applications in the development of new technologies, such as advanced propulsion systems and energy production methods.

5. What are some current challenges in the study of rotating black holes and Hawking radiation?

One of the biggest challenges in the study of rotating black holes and Hawking radiation is the lack of direct observational evidence. Black holes are notoriously difficult to observe due to their strong gravitational pull, and it is challenging to detect the radiation emitted from them. Additionally, there are still many unanswered questions and mysteries surrounding the behavior of matter and radiation near rotating black holes, which require further research and theoretical developments.

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