Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astronomy
Scientific paper
Jul 1987
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1987stin...8830547l&link_type=abstract
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Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astronomy
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Algorithms, Astronomical Catalogs, Astronomical Maps, Navigation Aids, Reference Stars, Astrometry, Astronomical Coordinates, Astronomical Photometry, Hubble Space Telescope
Scientific paper
Part 1 of the catalog presents an astronomical overview of the Guide Star Catalog, together with its history, the properties of its current implementation, and the prospects for enhancement. Part 2 presents the algorithms used in photometric and astrometric calibration of the catalog, as well as the analyses of the related errors. Part 3 presents the current structure and content, as well as future enhancements in this area. An overview of the forthcoming publications is given, both with regard to scientific papers and electronic media.
Jenkner Helmut
Lasker Barry M.
Russell Jane L.
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