VY Aqr observing campaign
Active Dates: Nov. 9, 2020 – None
Abstract:
Patrick Schmeer has identified that VY Aqr, an accreting white dwarf (aka cataclysmic variable) has gone into an outburst that looks to be a superoutburst. Despite being a relatively nearby cataclysmic variable that undergoes dwarf nova outbursts, VY Aqr is relatively understudied. Astronomers, both professional and amateur, now have the opportunity to study this superoutbursting WD in detail.
Justification:
Superoutbursts are relatively rare and VY Aqr is relatively understudied. Observing this event can provide valuable insights about accreting white dwarfs and their superoutbursts.
Requested Data Types:
Spectroscopy, Photometry
Targets
| Name | Magnitude | Variability Type | Photometry Notes | Spectroscopy Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VY Aqr | 10.00 | UGSU |
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
Notes:
Principal Investigator: Professors Gregory Sivakoff (University of Alberta) and Christian Knigge (University of Southampton); Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #724)