AAVSO Alert Notice 616: Nova Sco 2018 No. 2 = PNV J16484962-4457032

Active Dates: Feb. 6, 2018 – Feb. 13, 2018


Abstract:

Nova in Scorpius, discovered by Hideo Nishimura with a magnitude of 11.7 using a digital camera. Coordinates are R.A. 16 48 49.62 Decl. -44 57 03.2. Spectroscopy indicates it is a highly reddened nova. Recommended observations are visual, CCD, DSLR, and spectroscopy in multiple bands if possible.

Justification:

Enable studying any color changes and nova evolution.

Requested Data Types:

Photometry, Spectroscopy



Targets
Name Magnitude Variability Type Photometry Notes Spectroscopy Notes
PNV J21173768+2107359 16.80 UG

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:

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Additional Submission Location:

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Forum URL

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Notes:

Principal Investigator: Hideo Nishimura; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #616)