Department - Author 1
Physics Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BA in Physics
Date
12-2010
Primary Advisor
David Mitchell
Abstract/Summary
Using amateur level equipment and freeware analysis tools, the Cal Poly Observatory (CPO) wished to test whether or not it could actually observe the astronomical phenomena called exoplanetary transits. Using a variety of equipment and tests, the CPO was able to confirm it could clearly observe the transits of several well-known transiting planets, including HD189733b and HAT-P-6. With these tests and observations completed, future student researchers can continue Cal Poly’s transit search and contribute to the global pursuit for exoplanets.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/physsp/27
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