Variable Star Network: World Center for Transient Object Astronomy and Variable Stars
arXiv:astro-ph/0310209 · doi:10.1093/pasj/56.sp1.S1
Abstract
Variable Star Network (VSNET, http://www.kusastro.kyoto-u.ac.jp/vsnet/) is a global professional-amateur network of researchers in variable stars and related objects, particularly in transient objects, such as cataclysmic variables, black hole binaries, supernovae and gamma-ray bursts. The VSNET has been playing a pioneering role in establishing the field of "transient object astronomy", by effectively incorporating modern advance in observational astronomy and global electronic network, as well as collaborative progress in theoretical astronomy and astronomical computing. The VSNET is now one of the best-featured global networks in this field of astronomy. We review on the historical progress, design concept, associated technology, and a wealth of scientific achievements powered by the VSNET.
57 pages, 21 figures, to appear in PASJ (special issue on VSNET), for more information and a full resolution version, see http://www.kusastro.kyoto-u.ac.jp/vsnet/
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