Alert Notice 182: 1229+08 Supernova 1994D in NGC 4526 AND 1844-21 Nova Sagittarii 1994??? [V4332 Sgr]

Active Dates: March 7, 1994 – March 11, 1994


Abstract:

This campaign focuses on observing the supernova 1994D in NGC 4526 and the nova Sagittarii 1994 (V4332 Sgr). The supernova was discovered on March 7, 1994, and is expected to reach a magnitude of 11 to 12. The nova Sagittarii 1994 has shown a significant drop in brightness from early March to date.

Justification:

Close monitoring of the supernova's brightness to observe its evolution. The nova's unusual behavior warrants continuous observation to understand its nature.

Requested Data Types:

Spectroscopy, Photometry



Targets
Name Magnitude Variability Type Photometry Notes Spectroscopy Notes
V4332 Sgr 8.00 V838MON

Cadence: Not Specified

Precision: 100

Cadence: Not Specified

Resolution: 250

Desired SNR: 100


Spectroscopy Lines:

H-beta (4861.0 Å)

Photometry Filters:

V (Johnson)

Comparison Stars:

No comparison stars provided


Co-Authorship

Observers are not eligible for co-authorship.

Additional Observer Input:

Not provided

Additional Submission Location:

Not provided


Forum URL

N/A


Notes:

Principal Investigator: R. R. Treffers, A. V. Filippenko, S. O. Van Dyke, M. W. Richmond, P. M. Kilmartin, B. Skiff; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #182)