The Lightcurve of 2131 Mayall in 2006
Abstract
2131 Mayall was previously observed by Warner as part of an ongoing study at the Palmer Divide Observatory of the Hungaria group and family. Observations were made again in mid-2006 in order to add to the data set for the asteroid, the aim being eventually to derive a spin axis and shape model. The size and previously found rotation period, ~8 km and 2.5 hr, also made the asteroid a potential binary candidate. The data from 2006 did not show any signs of occultation or eclipse events that would indicate the asteroid is binary.
- Publication:
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Minor Planet Bulletin
- Pub Date:
- March 2007
- Bibcode:
- 2007MPBu...34...23W