Monitoring Nova Oph 2012 for multiwavelength observations
Active Dates: April 9, 2012 – April 27, 2012
Abstract:
Dr. Michael Rupen (National Radio Astronomy Observatory, Socorro, NM) has informed us that he and his colleagues of the EVLA (Expanded Very Large Array) Nova Team are carrying out a multiwavelength campaign on the Fe II-type nova Nova Oph 2012 [V2676 Oph]. They have triggered observations with Swift, JVLA (Jansky Very Large Array), SMA (Submillimeter Array), and high-resolution optical spectroscopy. He is requesting AAVSO observations in support.
Justification:
It would be very useful to have fairly regular multi-color photometry to follow the overall evolution of the source, as well as spectroscopy to track the velocity of the ejecta. Spectroscopy on the dates of the Swift observations April 13 and April 27 UT would be particularly valuable, allowing us to compare the temperature of the X-rays with that which could be produced either within the ejecta, or between the ejecta and any surrounding, relatively stationary circumbinary material.
Requested Data Types:
Photometry, Spectroscopy
Targets
| Name | Magnitude | Variability Type | Photometry Notes | Spectroscopy Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V2676 Oph | 10.50 | NA |
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:
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Co-Authorship
Observers are not eligible for co-authorship.
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Notes:
Principal Investigator: Dr. Michael Rupen; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #457)