Multicolour studies of β Cephei stars in the LMC

Chris A. Engelbrecht, Fabio A.M. Frescura, Sashin L. Moonsamy

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Abstract

Preliminary results of a four-week multi-colour photometric campaign on previouslyidentified β Cephei stars as well as newly-discovered variable stars in two respective LMC fields are presented. Besides the two targeted β Cephei stars, at least six further presumed B variables are detected. The strongest identified periods appear to lie on the longward end of the galactic β Cep instability strip, as predicted by model calculations.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationActive OB stars
Subtitle of host publicationstructure, evolution, mass loss, and critical limits
PublisherCambridge University Press
Pages286-287
Number of pages2
EditionS272
ISBN (Print)9780521198400
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jul 2010

Publication series

NameProceedings of the International Astronomical Union
NumberS272
Volume6
ISSN (Print)1743-9213
ISSN (Electronic)1743-9221

Keywords

  • Stars: early-type
  • Stars: variables: other
  • Techniques: photometric

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Space and Planetary Science

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