Observation by Martin Ratcliffe: M31 Nova November 13

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Martin Ratcliffe

Observer

Martin Ratcliffe

Observed

2017 Nov 13 - 03:28

Uploaded

2017 Nov 13 - 03:28

Objects

The Andromeda Galaxy (M31)

Equipment

C-14 Edge HD
SBIG 2000XM

Exposure

5 x 2 minutes

Location

Valley Center, KS, USA

Target name

M31

Title

M31 Nova November 13

About this image

Image of recently discovered nova in M31, taken within 24 hours of discovery. Stack of 5 x 2 minute exposures, Clear filter, SBIG ST2000XM set at -5 deg C. Image stacked in AIP4WIN and processed with PhotoShop, levels, curves, and high pass filter. Nova announced in ATEL #10955 in images by the WIYN telescope on Kitt Peak. Nova located approximately 66" N and 12" W of the center.

Files associated with this observation

Ratcliffe_M31-nova_20171113_5x120s_PScaption-Combo-highpass-flat.jpg (276.9 kB)

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