Pulsar Wind Nebula

A Pulsar Wind Nebula (PWN) is a glowing cloud of energized particles surrounding a rapidly spinning neutron star, called a pulsar. When the pulsar's intense magnetic field accelerates particles to near-light speeds, they emit high-energy radiation, creating a luminous nebula visible in X-ray and radio wavelengths. This nebula acts like a cosmic laboratory, showcasing the interaction between the pulsar’s magnetic winds and the surrounding space. PWNe reveal insights into extreme physics, the life cycle of stars, and the behavior of ultra-dense matter under intense magnetic fields.