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Spectroscopy and photometry requested for SS Cyg

Researcher: AAVSO HQ

Active Dates: Oct. 1, 2019 – None


Abstract:

The AAVSO requests spectroscopy and photometry of the UGSS-type cataclysmic variable SS Cyg, which has been and is continuing to exhibit highly atypical behavior.

Justification:

Coverage is requested to continue until SS Cyg has resumed its normal behavior.

Requested Data Types:

Spectroscopy, Photometry



Targets
Name Magnitude Variability Type Photometry Notes Spectroscopy Notes
SS Cyg 7.70 UGSS

Cadence: Not Specified

Precision: 100 mmag

Cadence: Not Specified

Resolution: 250

Desired SNR: 100


Spectroscopy Lines:

No spectroscopy lines provided

Photometry Filters:

No photometry filters provided

Comparison Stars:

Finder charts with comparison stars may be created using the AAVSO Variable Star Plotter (VSP).


Co-Authorship

Observers are not eligible for co-authorship.

Additional Observer Input:

Not provided

Additional Submission Location:

Not provided



Notes:

Principal Investigator: Elizabeth O. Waagen; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #730)