A Practical Guide to Lightcurve Photometry and Analysis

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Paperback, blz. | Engels
Springer International Publishing | 2e druk, 2016
ISBN13: 9783319327495
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Tools for amateur astronomers who wish to go beyond CCD imaging and step into ‘serious’ science. The text offers techniques for gathering, analyzing, and publishing data, and describes joint projects in which amateurs and students can take part. Readers learn to recognize and avoid common errors in gathering photometry data, with detailed examples for analysis. Includes reviews of available software, with screen shots and useful tips.

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ISBN13:9783319327495
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:paperback
Uitgever:Springer International Publishing
Druk:2

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Getting Started.- Targets of Opportunity.- Photometry Fundamentals.- The Photometry Primer.- Photometric Reductions.- Second Order Extinction.- Telescopes and Cameras.- Imaging and Photometry Software.- Collecting Photons.- Analyzing the Data.- Period Analysis.- Building Star Systems.- Publishing Your Data and Results.

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