Observing campaign on BM Ori and the Trapezium region

Active Dates: Dec. 1, 2010 – Jan. 31, 2011


Abstract:

The AAVSO requests ground-based observations of the Trapezium region of the Orion Nebula (M42) and surrounding regions in Orion, in conjunction with upcoming observations with the MOST Satellite. This exploratory proposal aims to search for low-amplitude variability in these young stars due to pulsations, magnetic activity and rotation, or accretion processes.

Justification:

Observations are required to explore low-amplitude variability in young stars in the Trapezium using the MOST satellite. Observations before, during, and after the observing window are requested. High-precision photometry and time-series observations of fainter sources are needed to improve understanding of these objects.

Requested Data Types:

Photometry



Targets
Name Magnitude Variability Type Photometry Notes Spectroscopy Notes
BM Ori 7.90 EA

Cadence: Not Specified

Precision: 100

Not Requested

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:

Not provided

Additional Submission Location:

Not provided


Forum URL

N/A


Notes:

Principal Investigator: Dr. Matthew Templeton; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #427)