Swift and SALT observations of the Multiple Outbursts of MAXI J1957+032

D. Mata Sánchez, P. A. Charles, M. Armas Padilla +4

The new recurrent X-ray transient MAXI J1957+032 has had four X-ray outbursts within 16 months, all very briefly detected (lasting <5 days). During the most recent event (Sep/Oct 2…