Morpho-Kinematical Modelling of Nova Eridani 2009 (KT Eri)

Abstract

Modelling the morphology of a nova outburst provides valuable information on the shaping mechanism in operation at early stages following the outburst. We performed morpho-kinematical studies, using {\sc shape}, of the evolution of the Hα line profile following the outburst of the nova KT Eridani. We applied a series of geometries in order to determine the morphology of the system. The best fit morphology was that of a dumbbell structure with a ratio between the major to minor axis of 4:1, with an inclination angle of 58${}_{-7}^{+6}$ degrees and a maximum expansion velocity of 2800$\pm$200 km/s. Although, we found that it is possible to define the overall structure of the system, the radial density profile of the ejecta is much more difficult to disentangle. Furthermore, morphology implied here may also be consistent with the presence of an evolved secondary as suggested by various authors.

6 pages, 7 figures, 1 table, accepted for publication in MNRAS

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