Determination of stellar parameters for Ariel targets: a comparison analysis between different spectroscopic methods
arXiv:2101.02242 · doi:10.1007/s10686-020-09695-4
Abstract
Ariel has been selected as the next ESA M4 science mission and it is expected to be launched in 2028. During its 4-year mission, Ariel will observe the atmospheres of a large and diversified population of transiting exoplanets. A key factor for the achievement of the scientific goal of Ariel is the selection strategy for the definition of the input target list. A meaningful choice of the targets requires an accurate knowledge of the planet hosting star properties and this is necessary to be obtained well before the launch. In this work, we present the results of a bench-marking analysis between three different spectroscopic techniques used to determine stellar parameters for a selected number of targets belonging to the Ariel reference sample. We aim to consolidate a method that will be used to homogeneously determine the stellar parameters of the complete Ariel reference sample. Homogeneous, accurate and precise derivation of stellar parameters is crucial for characterizing exoplanet-host stars and in turn is a key factor for the accuracy of the planet properties.
15 pages, 6 figures, accepted for publication in Experimental Astronomy
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