The origin of Cosmic-Rays from SNRs: confirmations and challenges after the first direct proof
arXiv:1410.4063 · doi:10.1016/j.nuclphysbps.2014.10.007
Abstract
Until now, providing an experimental unambiguous proof of Cosmic Ray (CR) origin has been elusive. The SuperNova Remnant (SNR) study showed an increasingly complex scenario with a continuous elaboration of theoretical models. The middle-aged supernova remnant (SNR) W44 has recently attracted attention because of its relevance regarding the origin of Galactic cosmic-rays. The gamma-ray missions AGILE and Fermi have established, for the first time for a SNR, the spectral continuum below 200 MeV which can be attributed to neutral pion emission. Our work is focused on a global re-assessment of all available data and models of particle acceleration in W44 and our analysis strengthens previous studies and observations of the W44 complex environment, providing new information for a more detailed modeling. However, having determined the hadronic nature of the gamma-ray emission on firm ground, a number of theoretical challenges remains to be addressed in the context of CR acceleration in SNRs.
arXiv comment9 pages, 5 figures, proceeding of the conference "Cosmic Ray origin - beyond the standard model", accepted by Nuclear Physics B Proceeding Supplements
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