The Future of Visual Observations in Variable Star Research

Volume 33 number 1 (2005)

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Michael A. Simonsen

Abstract

This paper discusses several questions: Is the age of visual observations in variable star research coming to an end? What are the benefits and limitations of current and future surveys and CCD observations, and how do such surveys impact the visual observer interested in contributing to variable star research in a meaningful way?