Outburst of the UGWZ Candidate BW Scl
Abstract:
As announced in AAVSO Special Notice #261 (M. Templeton), the UGWZ candidate BW Scl is in outburst. No previous outbursts have been reported in the AAVSO International Database; BW Scl is magnitude 17 at minimum. BW Scl is classified as a novalike variable, but is most likely a WZ Sge-type cataclysmic variable. Time-series observations are encouraged to help determine the nature of this object, which has never been studied before. Since BW Scl is so bright, the use of filters for instrumental observations is encouraged, and observers should be able to obtain good time resolution with good signal-to-noise during early stages of the outburst at least. Visual observations are also encouraged.
Justification:
Time-series observations are encouraged to help determine the nature of this object, which has never been studied before.
Requested Data Types:
Photometry
Targets
| Name | Magnitude | Variability Type | Photometry Notes | Spectroscopy Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BW Scl | 8.90 | UGWZ+ZZ/GWLIB |
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.
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Notes:
Principal Investigator: Mike Linnolt; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #449)