MAXI/GSC detection of a new outburst of the recurrent nova RS Oph
Abstract
The MAXI/GSC nova alert system detected an X-ray source consistent with the recurrent nova RS Oph at 2021 August 10th UT 18:28 (MJD 59436.769). The triggered position was (R.A., Dec) = (267.403 deg, -6.805 deg) = (17 49 36, -06 48 17) (J2000) with a statistical 90% C.L. elliptical error region with long and short radii of 0.24 deg and 0.22 deg, respectively.
- Publication:
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The Astronomer's Telegram
- Pub Date:
- August 2021
- Bibcode:
- 2021ATel14846....1S
- Keywords:
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- Nova