NASA NTRS · 19880021163
The guide star catalog
Abstract
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.
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Lasker, Barry M., Jenkner, Helmut, Russell, Jane L.. 1987-07-01. The guide star catalog. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19880021163
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