Three precise gamma-ray burst source locations
Abstract
The precise source regions of three moderately intense gamma ray bursts are derived. These events were observed with the first interplanetary burst sensor network. The optimum locations of the detectors, widely separated throughout the inner solar system, allowed for high accuracy, over-determined source fields of size 0.7 to 7.0 arc-min(2). All three locations are at fairly high galactic latitude in regions of low source confusion; none can be identified with a steady source object. Archived photographs were searched for optical transients that are able to be associated with these source fields; one such association was made.
- Publication:
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The Astrophysical Journal
- Pub Date:
- November 1984
- DOI:
- 10.1086/184375
- Bibcode:
- 1984ApJ...286L..15C
- Keywords:
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- Gamma Ray Bursts;
- Position (Location);
- Astronomy;
- Gamma Rays;
- Helios 2;
- International Sun Earth Explorer 3;
- Pioneer Venus Spacecraft;
- Prognoz Satellites;
- Vela Satellites;
- Venera 11 Satellite;
- Venera 12 Satellite;
- Space Radiation