AAVSO Alert Notice 437: Campaign to monitor the recurrent nova T Pyx throughout 2011 eruption
Active Dates: April 14, 2011 – Aug. 1, 2011
Abstract:
A fast photometry observing campaign has been initiated to monitor the recurrent nova T Pyxidis throughout its current eruption.
Justification:
The goal is to obtain nearly-fulltime coverage of T Pyx with time resolution of minutes throughout the entire eruption up until T Pyx is lost behind the Sun. Recurrent novae are one of the best candidate systems for being the progenitor of Type Ia supernova. This eruption will largely be aimed at testing whether T Pyx will become a Type Ia supernova.
Requested Data Types:
Photometry
Targets
| Name | Magnitude | Variability Type | Photometry Notes | Spectroscopy Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T Pyx | 6.20 | NR |
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. Bradley Schaefer; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #437)