Alert Notice 455: V834 CAR = Nova Car 2012 = TCP J10502000-6406480
Abstract:
V834 CAR, also known as Nova Car 2012 or TCP J10502000-6406480, was discovered by John Seach in Chatsworth Island, NSW, Australia. The discovery magnitude was 10.2, captured with a digital SLR and a 50 mm f/1.0 lens on three images. The discovery was made on 2012 February 26.543 UT.
Justification:
Over 3,200 visual and photometric observations of V834 Car have been reported to the AAVSO to date by 11 observers. Regular nightly V averages show the brightness trend falling from 10.4 to 12.2 between March 1 and March 16, 2012.
Requested Data Types:
Photometry, Spectroscopy
Targets
| Name | Magnitude | Variability Type | Photometry Notes | Spectroscopy Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R Car | 3.90 | M |
Cadence: Not Specified Precision: 100 |
Cadence: Not Specified Resolution: 250 Desired SNR: 100 |
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: John Seach; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #455)