Support for XMM-Newton Observations of SS Aurigae
Active Dates: March 6, 2008 – April 5, 2008
Abstract:
Dr. Patrick Godon (Villanova University / STScI) requests observations of the dwarf nova SS Aurigae (AAVSO Designation 0605+47) during the next several weeks in support of XMM-Newton X-ray observations. They request nightly visual and instrumental observations to determine whether the star was in outburst or quiescence during the observation scheduled for 2008 March 22/23 UT. Observations before, during, and after the scheduled X-ray observations will be used in their final analysis. Please begin observing now, and continue until at least April 5.
Justification:
SS Aurigae is a well-observed dwarf nova, though it is faint in quiescence at around m(vis) = 16. Visual positive and fainter-than observations, and all instrumental photometry will be useful to determine whether or not the star is in outburst. Time-series are *not* required; if you are observing with a CCD, please use filters if available and obtain a S/N of 50 or higher if you can do so in reasonable time.
Requested Data Types:
Photometry
Spectroscopy Lines:
No spectroscopy lines provided
Photometry Filters:
No photometry filters provided
Comparison Stars:
No comparison stars provided
Co-Authorship
Observers are not eligible for co-authorship.
Additional Observer Input:
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Additional Submission Location:
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Forum URL
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Notes:
Principal Investigator: Dr. Patrick Godon; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #371)