Varibles/Eclipsing Binary systems

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The discussion focuses on identifying common eclipsing binary stars and variable stars with periods of a few hours that are observable from Ireland. Participants reference resources such as the University of Illinois' astronomy page for variable stars. The need for northern hemisphere targets for real-time photometric measurements is emphasized, indicating a specific observational requirement for amateur astronomers in that region.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of eclipsing binary star systems
  • Familiarity with variable star classification
  • Knowledge of photometric measurement techniques
  • Basic astronomy observation skills
NEXT STEPS
  • Research common northern hemisphere eclipsing binaries, such as Algol and Beta Lyrae
  • Explore variable stars with short periods, focusing on Delta Scuti and RR Lyrae types
  • Learn about real-time photometric measurement techniques using software like AAVSO VStar
  • Investigate online databases for star catalogs, such as SIMBAD and the AAVSO database
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Astronomy enthusiasts, amateur astronomers, and astrophysics students interested in observing and measuring eclipsing binary and variable stars from the northern hemisphere.

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Hey,

What are the most common eclipsing binary stars and variable stars to observe with periods of a few hours?

Im observing from Ireland.

Thanks
 
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Cyclotron said:
Hey,

What are the most common eclipsing binary stars and variable stars to observe with periods of a few hours?

Im observing from Ireland.

Thanks
Some should be listed http://www.astro.uiuc.edu/~kaler/sow/class.html#variable" , or various links from the top of the page.
 
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Thanks for the link. But I cannot seem to find any variable stars with periods of only a few hours. I need to find some in the northern hemisphere so I can make real time photometric measurements.
 

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