ASTRONOMICAL PHOTOMETRY By Arne A Henden

Description: Astronomical Photometry Arne A. Henden Systems & Applied Sciences Corp. and Dept. of Astronomy Indiana University and Ronald H. Kaitchuck Dept. of Astronomy Indiana University VAN NOSTRAND REINHOLD COMPANY NEW YORK CINCINNATI TORONTO LONDON MELBOURNE Astronomical Photometry ARNE A. HENDEN RONALD H. KAITCHUCK Used throughout the world to study the age, size, and structure of stars, photoelectric photometry is developing into one of the fastest growing sciences. However - as most amateur and professional astronomers have undoubtedly discovered - few books are available that thoroughly investigate this fascinating field. Now there's finally a resourceful, step-by-step guide to the design, construction, set-up, and use of photometric systems. You'll find here practical advice on the selection of suitable telescopes, successful observational techniques, effective statistical methods, and other essential areas. The authors offer general trouble-shooting tips on how to improve the photometric system as well as worked-out examples of data an- Because there are few commercial suppliers of se toele tric equi comt, cia authors' information on how and where to obtain equipment is especially helpful. Astronomical Photometry provides easy access to vital reference material on standard stars in addition to useful theoretical background information. The authors clearly explain the Morgan-Keenan Spectral Classification System ... the infrared extension of the UBV system . . . the Stromgren four-color system... the narrow-band He photometry .. the calculation of instrumental magnitudes and color . .. the construction of the photometer head ... specialized photometer designs... and much more. (Continued on back flap)

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