The Gaia Survey Contribution to EChO Target Selection and Characterization
arXiv:1404.3844 · doi:10.1007/s10686-014-9416-z
Abstract
The scientific output of the proposed EChO mission (in terms of spectroscopic characterization of the atmospheres of transiting extrasolar planets) will be maximized by a careful selection of targets and by a detailed characterization of the main physical parameters (such as masses and radii) of both the planets and their stellar hosts. To achieve this aim, the availability of high-quality data from other space-borne and ground-based programs will play a crucial role. Here we identify and discuss the elements of the Gaia catalogue that will be of utmost relevance for the selection and characterization of transiting planet systems to be observed by the proposed EChO mission.
arXiv comment6 pages, 2 figures. Accepted for publication in Experimental Astronomy
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