Proto-Magnetars as GRB Central Engines: Uncertainties, Limitations, and Particulars

preprint2010arXivOpen access

Abstract

The millisecond proto-magnetar model for the central engine of long-duration gamma-ray bursts is briefly reviewed. Limitations and uncertainties in the model are highlighted. A short discussion of the maximum energy, maximum duration, radiative efficiency, jet formation mechanism, late-time energy injection, and (non-)association with supernovae of millisecond magnetar-powered GRBs is provided.

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