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Interferometry and Lunar Occultations: Status and Prospects of Ground-Based Milliarcsecond Resolution Observations
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 22 February 2018
Abstract
Lunar occultations and long-baseline interferometry are two direct observational methods capable of delivering milliarcsecond resolution of binary stars. We will review the status of these two techniques, particularly with reference to their respective advantages, limitations, and accessibility for binary star research programs. We will also illustrate the near-term prospects, in connection with the availability of large modern interferometric facilities such as the VLTI.
Resumen
Las ocultaciones lunares y la interferometría de gran base son dos métodos directos de obsevación capaces de lograr resoluciones de milisegundos de arco para estrellas binarias. Examinamos el estado actual de estas dos técnicas y, en particular, sus ventajas y desventajas, sus limitaciones y su accesibilidad para programas de investigación sobre binarias. También examinamos las perspectivas a corto plazo en relación a la disponibilidad de instrumentos interferométricos grandes como el VLTI.
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- Instruments, Techniques and Programs, Present and Future
- Information
- International Astronomical Union Colloquium , Volume 191: The Environment and Evolution of Double and Multiple Stars , August 2004 , pp. 247 - 250
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- Copyright © Instituto de Astronomia – Mexico 2004
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