Rare Outburst of Recurrent Nova RS Ophiuchi
Active Dates: Aug. 9, 2021 – July 2, 2024
Abstract:
The recurrent nova RS Oph is in outburst at a visual magnitude of 4.8, according to observations by AAVSO observers Alexandre Amorim (AAX) of Florianopolis, Brazil, Eddy Muyllaert (MUY) of Oostende, Belgium, and Keith Geary (GKI) of Shercock, Co. Cavan, Ireland.
Justification:
Post-outburst observations continue to be valuable and of interest. Please continue to observe RS Oph.
Requested Data Types:
Photometry, Spectroscopy
Targets
| Name | Magnitude | Variability Type | Photometry Notes | Spectroscopy Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS Oph | 4.30 | NR+LB |
Cadence: Weekly Precision: 100 |
Cadence: Weekly Resolution: 250 Desired SNR: 100 |
Spectroscopy Lines:
No spectroscopy lines provided
Photometry Filters:
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Comparison Stars:
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Co-Authorship
Observers are not eligible for co-authorship.
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Notes:
Principal Investigator: Sara Beck; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #752)