Copernicus observations of a number of galactic X-ray sources.
Abstract
The Copernicus satellite was launched on 21 August 1972. The main experiment on board is the University of Princeton UV telescope. In addition a cosmic X-ray package of somewhat modest aperture was provided by the Mullard Space Science Laboratory (MSSL) of University College London. Following a brief description of the instrument, a list of galactic sources observed during the year is presented. Although the X-ray detection aperture is small, the ability to point the satellite for long periods of time with high accuracy makes Copernicus an ideal vehicle for the study of variable sources.
- Publication:
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NASA Special Publication
- Pub Date:
- 1976
- Bibcode:
- 1976NASSP.389....1C
- Keywords:
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- Galactic Radiation;
- Oao 3;
- X Ray Sources;
- Cosmic Rays;
- Radio Astronomy;
- Satellite Observation;
- Telescopes;
- Variable Stars;
- Astronomy