[vsnet-chat 1594] Re: [vsnet-alert 2575] Nova Mus 98 - a possible periodicity

[Taichi Kato <tkato>]

Re: [vsnet-alert 2575] Nova Mus 98 - a possible periodicity

   In vsnet-alert 2575, Dr. Retter wrote:

> If the period is confirmed, it means that we see into the binary system,
> so the common envelope explanation might be ruled out.

   I think anisotropic radiation from the non-spherical common envelope
may explain the variation.  If you directly see the binary system, what
do you think is the main source of orbital variation?

Regards,
Taichi Kato

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