Observations requested for 1041-59 eta Car and 2349+56 rho Cas

Active Dates: May 21, 2003 – July 31, 2003


Abstract:

Observations requested for possible optical brightening of eta Car and optical fading of rho Cas. Visual, photoelectric, and CCD observations encouraged.

Justification:

Astronomers anticipate significant activity in eta Car and rho Cas over the next few months. Both stars are expected to undergo events that could provide valuable data.

Requested Data Types:

Spectroscopy, Photometry



Targets
Name Magnitude Variability Type Photometry Notes Spectroscopy Notes
eta Car -1.00 SDOR+HB:

Cadence: Not Specified

Precision: 100

Cadence: Not Specified

Resolution: 250

Desired SNR: 100


Spectroscopy Lines:

H-alpha (6563.0 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: N/A; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #301)