Monitoring requested for Aquila X-1 (V1333 Aql) outburst
Abstract:
AAVSO assistance has been requested to monitor the x-ray binary Aquila X-1 (V1333 Aql) during its current outburst, which is the prototypical recurrent neutron star low-mass X-ray binary. This star undergoes outbursts about every 9 months to a year.
Justification:
Aquila X-1 (V1333 Aql) undergoes significant brightness changes during outbursts, making it a very variable star. Monitoring in multiple photometric filters is useful to track color changes during the outburst. Additionally, observing the photometry in one filter multiple times per night allows quantification of smaller scale variability.
Requested Data Types:
Photometry
Targets
| Name | Magnitude | Variability Type | Photometry Notes | Spectroscopy Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V1333 Aql | 14.82 | LMXB/XB |
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:
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Additional Submission Location:
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Forum URL
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Notes:
Principal Investigator: Dr. Gregory Sivakoff; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #718)