What's a natal kick in reference to astrophysics?

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The term "natal kick" in astrophysics refers to the velocity imparted to neutron stars at their formation, primarily due to anisotropies in the supernova explosions that create them. This phenomenon is discussed in the research paper titled "The Three-Dimensional Structure of Cassiopeia." The natal kick is not a central theme of the paper but is mentioned in relation to the overall topic. Understanding this concept is crucial for comprehending the dynamics of neutron star formation.

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I'm reading a research paper and they bring up the term "natal kick". And google didn't turn up a great explanation immediately so I thought I'd check here. Can anyone help me? Thanks.
 
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In general it refers to a velocity bestowed at birth. Most often it pertains to neutron stars which often receive large 'kicks' at birth due to anisotropies in their in the supernovae which form them.

Might I ask which paper you're reading?
 
Not a classic or anything. I'm an undergraduate and I'm working with two of the authors.

The Three-Dimensional Structure of Cassiopeia

I forget am I allowed to just post a link here? Remove it please if not:
http://arxiv.org/pdf/1011.3858v1

Edit: Also, it's not a major part of the paper. It just mentions it at the beginning as being related to the topic at hand.

Edit2: Oh yes, almost forgot! Thanks for your quick and helpful reply!
 
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