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Chandra and ALMA observations probe compact-object systems and outflows

Chandra data from AT 2016blu’s March 2026 outburst support a neutron star or black hole companion; astronomers have recorded 27 optical outbursts since 2012. Separately, ALMA observations reveal cool gas being ejected in a jet from a microquasar in the Large Magellanic Cloud.

Discovered 2026-11-10T06:54:40.605058-08:00 | 2026-11-10T06:54:40.605058-08:00

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Chandra’s findings strengthen the case that AT 2016blu’s repeated activity involves a compact companion; the system has produced 27 recorded optical outbursts since 2012.
ALMA’s detection of a cool-gas jet adds evidence about material ejection in a microquasar, a gamma-ray source located in the aftermath of a supernova.

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