The detection of fast-moving asteroids and comets by IRAS

Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astronomy

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Asteroids, Comets, Infrared Astronomy Satellite, Albedo, Asteroid Belts, Brightness, Magnitude

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The Infrared Astronomical Satellite (IRAS) was used to search for fast-moving objects in the inner Solar System. The selection effects and limitations of the search are examined with particular reference to the objects which may be present in the moving-object data base at JPL. It is shown that the two new Apollo asteroid discoveries are in fair agreement with the discovery rate by ground-based telescopes. IRAS discovered six comets which is also consistent with the discovery rate for ground-based searches. It is estimated that there are 20 - 30 comets but no Apollo asteroids in the hours-confirmed moving-object data base established by the IRAS project.

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