A Period Study of the Eclipsing Binary U Sagittae
Abstract
The O - C curve of the eclipsing binary U Sagittae was analyzed using the Kalimeris method. A period decrease was indicated by this curve. The observed period P(E) and its rate of change dP/dE as a function of time were calculated. To reveal any cyclic period variations, the P(E) function was subjected to Fourier analysis. A cyclic period change of 9.5 yr duration with amplitude ΔP = 6.385 × 10-6 days was obtained. The mass transfer rate for the system was calculated, and these results have been used to discuss period variability.
- Publication:
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The Astronomical Journal
- Pub Date:
- April 2007
- DOI:
- 10.1086/511064
- Bibcode:
- 2007AJ....133.1302M
- Keywords:
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- binaries: eclipsing;
- stars: individual: U Sagittae