RT Cru monitoring requested in support of XMM and NuStar observations

Active Dates: Feb. 10, 2023 – March 31, 2023


Abstract:

Monitoring the symbiotic nova RT Cru to support XMM and NuStar observations, focusing on BVRI photometry to map the orbit and obtain high time resolution photometry.

Justification:

RT Cru is decaying from a recent maximum near periastron, with enhanced accretion onto the white dwarf. High time resolution photometry and BVRI photometry through the end of February are needed to support XMM and NuStar observations.

Requested Data Types:

Photometry



Targets
Name Magnitude Variability Type Photometry Notes Spectroscopy Notes
RT Cru 10.90 ZAND

Cadence: Not Specified

Precision: 100

Not Requested

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


Forum URL

N/A


Notes:

Principal Investigator: Drs. Frederick Walter and Juan Luna; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #812)