Variable Stars As Essential Astrophysical Tools

Author : Cafer Ibanogammalu
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 838 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401142991

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Variable Stars as Essential Astrophysical Tools by Cafer Ibanogammalu Pdf

Pulsating and eccentric binary stars play a fundamentally important role in deciphering the mass distribution within stars. The present volume reviews the fundamental concepts of both radial and nonradial oscillations in the stars, including the Sun. Helio- and astroseismological results are reviewed, from the basics to the most recent developments. A new theory is presented, which seems to explain the mechanism of the light and radial velocity variations of recently discovered Ap stars. This textbook covers almost all kinds of variable stars of widely different characteristics. It will serve as a reference text for a very long time to come, not only for specialists but also for undergraduate students of physics and astronomy.

Author : John R. Percy
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2007-05-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139463287

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Understanding Variable Stars by John R. Percy Pdf

This book was first published in 2007. Variable stars are those that change brightness. Their variability may be due to geometric processes such as rotation, or eclipse by a companion star, or physical processes such as vibration, flares, or cataclysmic explosions. In each case, variable stars provide unique information about the properties of stars, and the processes that go on within them. This book provides a concise overview of variable stars, including a historical perspective, an introduction to stars in general, the techniques for discovering and studying variable stars, and a description of the main types of variable stars. It ends with short reflections about the connection between the study of variable stars, and research, education, amateur astronomy, and public interest in astronomy. This book is intended for anyone with some background knowledge of astronomy, but is especially suitable for undergraduate students and experienced amateur astronomers who can contribute to our understanding of these important stars.

Author : C. Sterken,Mart de Groot
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 471 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401111645

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The Impact of Long-Term Monitoring on Variable Star Research by C. Sterken,Mart de Groot Pdf

Long-term monitoring is of fundamental significance in solving many important problems in astrophysics and, furthermore, has unequalled value in extending observational runs with small telescopes for the education of young astronomers in order to teach them how to secure high-quality observational data over many years. The Impact of Long-Term Monitoring on Variable Star Research contains reports based on the analysis of data collected in the visible, IR and radio measurement ranges, as well as the design and history of well known photometric systems. Though the reporting of novel results forms an important part of the book, there are also reports of eight discussion sessions covering more general areas, such as extinction monitoring, the problems of archival storage of astronomical data, service observation, the role played by long-term monitoring in graduate teaching and thesis supervision, the interplay between the great observational effort and theory, the contribution of LTM to new knowledge of fundamental data, and the increasing decommissioning of telescopes of modest aperture.

Author : Royal Astronomical Society of Canada
Publisher : CUP Archive
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1986-12-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521333008

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The Study of Variable Stars Using Small Telescopes by Royal Astronomical Society of Canada Pdf

The techniques of visual, photographic and photoelectric measurement of variable stars are accompanied by specific examples of the type of scientific results that can be and have been obtained.

Author : Christiaan Sterken,Conny Aerts
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015064108361

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Astrophysics of Variable Stars by Christiaan Sterken,Conny Aerts Pdf

Author : Márcio Catelan,Horace A. Smith
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 500 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2015-03-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783527407156

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Pulsating Stars by Márcio Catelan,Horace A. Smith Pdf

This book surveys our understanding of stars which change in brightness because they pulsate. Pulsating variable stars are keys to distance scales inside and beyond the Milky Way galaxy. They test our understanding not only of stellar pulsation theory but also of stellar structure and evolution theory. Moreover, pulsating stars are important probes of the formation and evolution of our own and neighboring galaxies. Our understanding of pulsating stars has greatly increased in recent years as large-scale surveys of pulsating stars in the Milky Way and other Local Group galaxies have provided a wealth of new observations and as space-based instruments have studied particular pulsating stars in unprecedented detail.

Author : P Murdin
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 5610 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2001-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000523034

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Encyclopedia of Astronomy & Astrophysics by P Murdin Pdf

In a unique collaboration, Nature Publishing Group and Institute of Physics Publishing have published the most extensive and comprehensive reference work in astronomy and astrophysics. This unique resource covers the entire field of astronomy and astrophysics and this online version includes the full text of over 2,750 articles, plus sophisticated search and retrieval functionality and links to the primary literature. The Encyclopaedia's authority is assured by editorial and advisory boards drawn from the world's foremost astronomers and astrophysicists. This first class resource is an essential source of information for undergraduates, graduate students, researchers and seasoned professionals, as well as for committed amateurs, librarians and lay people wishing to consult the definitive astronomy and astrophysics reference work.

Author : Michael J. Thompson,Jørgen Christensen-Dalsgaard
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2003-05-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139436458

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Stellar Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics by Michael J. Thompson,Jørgen Christensen-Dalsgaard Pdf

In all phases of the life of a star, hydrodynamical processes play a major role. This volume gives a comprehensive overview of the state of knowledge in stellar astrophysical fluid dynamics, and its publication marked the 60th birthday of Douglas Gough, Professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of Cambridge and leading contributor to stellar astrophysical fluid dynamics. Topics include properties of pulsating stars, helioseismology, convection and mixing in stellar interiors, dynamics of stellar rotation, planet formation and the generation of stellar and planetary magnetic fields. Each chapter is written by leading experts in the field, and the book provides an overview that is central to any attempt to understand the properties of stars and their evolution. With extensive references to the technical literature, this is a valuable text for researchers and graduate students in stellar astrophysics.

Author : David H. Levy
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1998-04-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521627559

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Observing Variable Stars by David H. Levy Pdf

David Levy's entertaining, well-researched book is aimed at the amateur enthusiast who likes to learn enjoyably. Beginning with advice on binoculars and telescopes, and how to observe the night sky effectively, the author goes on to describe thoroughly the field of variable star observation, a field in which amateurs have made important contributions. He shows how to interpret variations in light output in terms of the life of a star, from birth through to sometimes violent death. All of the major variable stars are described and classified, as well as other variable objects such as active galaxies, asteroids, comets and the sun. The book also contains a guide to the seasonal night sky. Throughout, practical observations serve to complement the text, producing an exciting, very readable introduction to this fascinating subject.

Author : David H. Levy
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2005-12-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521608600

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David Levy's Guide to Variable Stars by David H. Levy Pdf

In this highly accessible book David Levy teaches the reader how variable stars work, and how to observe them.

Author : Ana I. Gómez de Castro,Willem Wamsteker
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2007-01-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402048395

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Fundamental Questions in Astrophysics: Guidelines for Future UV Observatories by Ana I. Gómez de Castro,Willem Wamsteker Pdf

Modern astrophysics has evolved early phases of discovery and classification to a physics-oriented quest for answers to fundamental problems from cosmology to the origin and diversity of life-sustainable systems in the Universe. Future progress in modern astrophysics requires access to the electromagnetic spectrum in the broadest energy range. This book describes the fundamental problems in modern astrophysics that cannot progress without easy and wide-spread access to modern UV instrumentation.

Author : John Stephen Glasby
Publisher : Constable
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39076006363191

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Variable Stars by John Stephen Glasby Pdf

Author : C. Sterken,C. Jaschek
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1996-10-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780521390163

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Light Curves of Variable Stars by C. Sterken,C. Jaschek Pdf

The most complete and up-to-date reference volume available on variable stars, their classification and properties.

Author : Carl J. Hansen,Steven D Kawaler,Virginia Trimble
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781441991102

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Stellar Interiors by Carl J. Hansen,Steven D Kawaler,Virginia Trimble Pdf

The?rsteditionofthistextappearedin1994.Shortlyafterthethirdprinting, our editor suggested that we attempt a second edition because new devel- mentsinstellarstructureandevolutionhadmadeouroriginalworkoutdated. We (the original authors, CJH and SDK) reluctantly agreed but with res- vations due to the e?ort involved. Our initial reluctance disappeared when we were able to convince (cajole, twist the arm of, etc.) our new coauth- colleague Virginia Trimble to join us. (Welcome Virginia!) We (i.e., all three of us) hope that you agree that the present edition is a great improvement compared to the 1994 e?ort. Our objectives in this edition are the same ones we set forth in 1994: Whatyouwill?ndisatextdesignedforourtargetaudience:thety- cal senior undergraduate or beginning graduate student in astronomy or astrophysics who wishes an overview of stellar structure and e- lution with just enough detail to understand the general picture. She or he can go on from there to more specialized texts or directly to the research literature depending on talent and interests. To this end, this text presents the basic physical principles without chasing all the (interesting!) details. For those of you familiar with the ?rst edition, you will ?nd that some things have not been changed substantially (F = ma is still F = ma), while othersde?nitelyhave.Forexample,Chapter2hasbeencompletelyrewritten.

Author : Edwin Budding,Osman Demircan
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2007-04-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521847117

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Introduction to Astronomical Photometry by Edwin Budding,Osman Demircan Pdf

Review of astronomical photometry for graduate students, researchers and advanced amateurs in practical and observational astronomy.